Los Angeles from Albuquerque, 23 – 25 Oct: £1,030 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Nonstop on American. Operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle, 2h 12m
- Free cancellation at The Olympic Suites LA
- Highs 84–86°F, little rain expected
The catch: The best-value hotel is rated 7.7; a better one costs more.
Worth it if you want to walk, eat and see things; skip it if you want to switch off.
Round trip from Albuquerque to Los Angeles is $517 per person ($1,034 for two) for Oct 23–25, 2026, which is 2 nights, nonstop on American, operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle. The forecast is clear with highs of 84–86°F. The best-value hotel, The Olympic Suites LA, is $333 for the stay.
The total, before you go
£1,030 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £779 |
| The Olympic Suites LA, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | £251 |
| The total, before you go | £1,030 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £121 |
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £30 each way per bag on American, £121 for two return); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£390 per person, return
£779 for two, taxes and fees included · American. Operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle · nonstop · 2h 12m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 6:50 AM – Fri, Oct 23, 8:02 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| American. Operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle | £390 | nonstop | 2h 12m |
| Southwest | £390 | nonstop | 2h 10m |
| American. Operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle | £390 | nonstop | 2h 13m |
Prices checked 13 Oct 2026, 08:21 GMT-6. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $517 per person round trip, or $1,034 for two, this fare is right at the typical price for the route. $517 is the median of 11 earlier checks we ran, so it's 0% off, not a markdown. The lowest we saw on this route was $429, on Oct 13. The rest of the trip is what makes it worth it. It's nonstop, 2h 12m in the air, and the 6:50 AM departure lands at 8:02 AM, so you get most of Friday in LA. The forecast for Oct 23–25 is clear, with highs of 84–86°F, lows of 68–69°F and a 3–4% chance of rain. That's late-October beach weather. Add the budget room at $202 for both nights and you've got a long weekend of tacos, museums and the Pacific for two.
The kind of trip this is
This is a warm city-and-beach long weekend that mixes food, culture and a little sand. It suits a couple or two friends who like to stay busy without rushing. Spend one day on museums and markets and the other by the ocean or at a theme park. The early flight gives you most of Friday, and the clear forecast means you can plan to be outside all weekend.
Weather in Los Angeles, 23 – 25 Oct
Highs 84–86°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 23 Oct | 84 °F | 68 °F | 4% |
| Sat 24 Oct | 84 °F | 68 °F | 4% |
| Sun 25 Oct | 86 °F | 69 °F | 3% |
Where to stay in Los Angeles
All three picks are room only with free cancellation. The Olympic Suites LA is the best value at $333 for the 2 nights ($167 a night) in Koreatown, rated 7.7 from 152 reviews. Heads-up: that price is for an Economy Triple Room with a shared bathroom. Olyver Hotel is the top rated. It's a 3-star in Koreatown with a King Room at $591 for the stay ($296 a night) and a score of 8.5 from 1,883 reviews. Cozy LA Retreat Near USC Steps to Koreatown & Downtown is the budget pick in South Los Angeles: $202 for the stay ($101 a night), 7.3 from 222 reviews, with a private bathroom. Downtown LA is the area for the Arts District, the Broad museum and Grand Central Market. Santa Monica works if you want the beach and pier on foot.
The Olympic Suites LA
£251 for 2 nights, two guests · £126 a night
See roomsOlyver Hotel
£445 for 2 nights, two guests · £223 a night
See roomsCozy LA Retreat Near USC Steps to Koreatown & Downtown
£152 for 2 nights, two guests · £76 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Los Angeles for these dates
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Where in Los Angeles
- Santa Monica: Beach, pier and walkable streets without a car for a day or two.
- West Hollywood / Beverly Hills: Design hotels, Sunset Strip nightlife and Rodeo Drive.
- Hollywood: Walk of Fame, studio tours and mid-range hotels.
- Downtown LA: Arts District, Broad museum and Grand Central Market.
- Anaheim: Base for Disneyland Resort.
What to do in Los Angeles
- Eat your way through Grand Central Market, then the taco stands of Boyle Heights
- Hike up to the Griffith Observatory for the view of the Hollywood sign
- Ride a bike along the coast from Santa Monica Pier to Venice Beach
- Spend an afternoon at the Getty Center
- Take the Warner Bros. Studio Tour in Burbank
- Give one full day to Disneyland in Anaheim
Also worth it
- Spend a day at Disneyland in Anaheim
- Hike to the Griffith Observatory for the Hollywood sign view
- Visit the Getty Center
- Ride a bike from Santa Monica Pier to Venice Beach
- Eat at Grand Central Market and the taco stands of Boyle Heights
Tours and tickets in Los Angeles
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Albuquerque | Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Los Angeles | Los Angeles International (LAX), Hollywood Burbank (BUR), John Wayne Orange County (SNA) |
| Flight time | 2h 12m nonstop |
| Distance | 663 miles each way |
| Time difference | -1 hour |
What 2 nights in Los Angeles costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £779 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (The Olympic Suites LA) | £251 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | £392 |
| Total for two | £1,422 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Albuquerque to Los Angeles
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £390 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £323 (13 Oct 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | £390 |
| Price checks | 11 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travellers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Los Angeles.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed, and you'll be paying in US dollars.
- Los Angeles is 1 hour behind Albuquerque. The flight covers 663 miles in about 2h 12m nonstop.
- Prices are all-in, with taxes and fees included, as we found them. They can change before you book.
- All three hotels are room only with free cancellation.
- Our rough budget for two is $1,887: $1,034 in flights, $333 for the hotel and $520 for spending.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
$517 per person round trip, or $1,034 for two, including taxes and fees when we checked. American (operated by SkyWest as American Eagle) leaves at 6:50 AM and lands at LAX at 8:02 AM. Southwest has a 6:15 AM nonstop at the same price.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip from Albuquerque to Los Angeles, so a standard ID works, and you'll pay in US dollars.
What is the weather like?
The forecast for Oct 23–25 is clear every day, with highs of 84–86°F, lows of 68–69°F and a 3–4% chance of rain.
Is 2 nights enough?
For a taste, yes. The 8:02 AM arrival gives you most of Friday. Plan one day for the city (Griffith Observatory, Grand Central Market) and one for the beach or Disneyland in Anaheim.
What does the whole weekend cost for two?
We estimate $1,887 for two: $1,034 in flights, $333 at The Olympic Suites LA and $520 for spending, which works out to $130 per person per day.
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