Which airline is most reliable for HOU (Houston) to ABQ (Albuquerque)?

The most reliable airline on the HOU to ABQ route is Southwest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 81%.

How often are flights delayed from HOU to ABQ?

About 19% of flights from HOU to ABQ experience delays. 81% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on HOU to ABQ flights?

When flights from HOU to ABQ are delayed, the average delay is approximately 51 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a HOU to ABQ flight?

With 81% of HOU to ABQ flights arriving on time and an average delay of 51 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at ABQ is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

Is HOU (Houston) to ABQ (Albuquerque) usually delayed?

No, HOU to ABQ flights are generally reliable. 81% arrive on time, which is above average. When delays do occur, they average 51 minutes.

What airline is most reliable on HOU (Houston) to ABQ (Albuquerque)?

Southwest Airlines is the most reliable airline flying HOU to ABQ, with 81% of flights arriving on time.

What's the best month to fly HOU (Houston) to ABQ (Albuquerque)?

The best month to fly HOU to ABQ is February, when 90% of flights arrive on time. The worst month is June at 69% on time. If your schedule is flexible, flying in February gives you the best odds of an on-time arrival.

HOU → ABQ

HOU (Houston) to ABQ (Albuquerque)

HOU (Houston) to ABQ (Albuquerque) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 81%. The average delay is 51 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated November 2026.

HOU → ABQ on-time performance by month

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This route is on time most of the time. About 81% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

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Best & worst months to fly HOU → ABQ

Best month

February

90% on time

Worst month

June

69% on time

Feb

90%

Oct

88%

Nov

87%

Jan

86%

Sep

85%

Dec

82%

Aug

82%

Mar

80%

Apr

79%

May

75%

Jul

72%

Jun

69%

Good to know

Departing from HOU

80% on time

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Arriving at ABQ

81% on time

When flights into ABQ are late, the average delay is 63 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at ABQ: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated November 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.