There are
996 mi
from Albuquerque, NM to Altoona, IA
That's the driving distance. It would take 18 hours 15 mins to go from Albuquerque, New Mexico to Altoona, Iowa.
The flight distance (direct flight from Albuquerque, NM to Altoona, IA) is 844.38 mi.
996 mi = 1,603.45 kms