Albuquerque International Sunport Guide (ABQ)

Airport info
Code: ABQ
Address:
2200 Sunport Boulevard SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87106, United States
Location:

Albuquerque International Sunport is located 5km (3 miles) southeast of Albuquerque.

No. of terminals: 1 Dialling code: +1
Telephone:
+1 505 244 7700
Map:
Albuquerque International Sunport map

The Albuquerque International Sunport airport is the largest commercial airport in New Mexico and operates domestic and international routes. Our Albuquerque International Sunport guide includes airport contact details, as well as information on public transport options, terminal facilities, and nearby hotels.

Information

The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau information booth is located by baggage claim on the ground level of the terminal building.

Email address: 
sunportinfo@cabq.gov
Website
www.abqsunport.com
Driving directions

From central Albuquerque, head east on Central Avenue SW, then turn right onto the Interstate 25 S ramp. After merging onto the I-25 S, take exit 221 to get on Sunport Boulevard, then turn left. Drive straight to get to the airport terminal. The total drive time should be around 10 minutes.

Public Transport

Public transport road

 Bus: ABQ Ride (tel: +1 505 243 7433; www.cabq.gov/transit) provides public bus services between Albuquerque International Sunport and central Albuquerque. Catch the 50 bus at the airport’s bus station to ride into central Albuquerque. Standard one-way adult fares are $1.

Shuttle: Shuttle services operate in the Albuquerque area courtesy of CLS Transportation (tel: 877 311 2257) and in Santa Fe courtesy of Roadrunner Shuttle & Charter (tel: +1 505 424 3367; www.rideroadrunner.com). Shuttle services to Santa Fe are also available from Sandia Shuttle (tel: +1 505 242 0302).

Taxi: Taxis are operated by ABQ Green Cab Company (tel: +1 505 243 6800) and Yellow Cab Company (tel: +1 505 247 8888). The journey time to central Albuquerque is 15 to 20 minutes, and fares start at around US $20.

Terminal facilities

Money

ATMs are located throughout the terminal building.

Communication

Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the airport.

Food

Albuquerque International Sunport has a variety of fast-food outlets, restaurants, coffee shops and bars.

Shopping

There is a good selection of gift shops, specialty stores and newsagents at various points throughout Albuquerque International Sunport.

Luggage

Albuquerque International Sunport has a lost and found office with a 24-hour telephone line. (tel: +1 505 244 7706).

Other

The airport offers a prayer and meditation room to passengers. Additional services at the airport include shoeshine stands and USPS and FedEx package boxes.

Airport facilities

Conference and business

There are no business facilities at Albuquerque International Sunport. However, the Sheraton Albuquerque Hotel (tel: +1 505 843 7000; www.starwoodhotels.com), which is located at the airport entrance, has a fully equipped business centre and a number of meeting and event spaces.

Disabled facilities

Wheelchair-accessible toilets, service animal relief areas, and TTY phones are just a few of the disabled facilities available for passengers. Lifts connect all levels of the terminal building and the car park, where there are designated spaces for disabled drivers. Shuttle vans are also wheelchair-accessible.

Car parking

A four-story car park, located next to the terminal, provides space for 3,400 cars on an hourly basis, along with an economy lot to the north of the garage that has room for an additional 450 vehicles.  A 357-space long-term car park is also available to the east of the parking structure, which is for drivers paying with credit or debit card only. For further information, call the parking information hotline (tel: +1 505 842 7030) or the 24-hour parking administration office (tel: +1 505 244 7883).

Car rental

Car hire companies: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Payless and Thrifty are represented at Albuquerque International Sunport. Offices are located at the Sunport Car Rental Centre, a short distance west of the passenger terminal building at 3400 University Boulevard SE. Shuttles transport customers between the car hire area and the terminal building every five minutes and are wheelchair accessible.

Hotels

There are a number of hotels near Albuquerque International Sunport, with others located in central Albuquerque, many of which offer a shuttle bus service to/from the airport.


Sheraton Albuquerque Hotel

(505) 843 7000.

This moderately priced hotel is within walking distance of the terminal, but there is also a courtesy shuttle to take guests to and from the hotel. Guests can enjoy a dip in the swimming pool and replenish with American fare at the on-site grill restaurant.

2910 Yale Boulevard, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87106, United States

Courtyard Albuquerque Airport

+1 505 843 6600

Less than 3km (2 miles) from Albuquerque International Sunport, the Courtyard is linked to the terminal via a shuttle bus service. Hotel facilities include an on-site restaurant, fitness centre and business services.

1920 Yale Boulevard Southeast, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87106, United States

Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque Airport

(505) 765 1000.

The Hilton Garden Inn transports guests to the airport free of charge. Relax in the hotel’s spa, take a dip in the heated pool, or conduct business in the 24-hour business centre. The hotel has an on-site grill restaurant, and is within walking distance of a number of other restaurants.

2601 Yale Boulevard Southeast, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87106, United States

La Quinta Inn Albuquerque Airport

+1 505 243 5500

The La Quinta Inn Albuquerque Airport is located close to Albuquerque International Sunport and is connected to the airport by shuttle service. Among this value hotel’s facilities are an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre.

 

2116 Yale Boulevard Southeast, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87106-4233, United States

Comfort Inn Albuquerque Airport

+1 505 242 0036

A good place to relax before or after a flight, this budget option features a heated pool, sauna and gym facilities. Guests can make use of free Wi-Fi, and those travelling with animals will appreciate the hotel’s pet-friendly policy. This hotel is linked to the nearby airport via a complimentary shuttle bus service.

1801Yale Boulevard Southeast, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87106, United States
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