Cheap Car Rentals at Albuquerque Sunport Airport (ABQ)

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Albuquerque Intl Sunport (ABQ)

Address:

3400 University Blvd Southeast,
Albuquerque, NM, New Mexico, 87106, United States

Phone:

(1) 505-764-3560 (6)

Location Type:

Corporate

Hours of Operation:

Sun - Sat 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Keydrop Location

If flying in, shuttle to both the rental counter and car lot.

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Location Information

Where Is Budget at the Albuquerque Airport?

Fastbreak Service
Proceed to the Budget counter Fastbreak line/or normal line if no Fastbreak line designation/or follow directions to the Fastbreak Kiosk. Present identification and receive your rental agreement. The counter representative will give the customer the keys & directions to their car.
FASTBREAK RETURN: Follow the airport signs for Car Rental return. You do not need to return to the counter to complete your rental. Record your mileage and fuel level on the rental agreement and drop it in the Budget Fastbreak return box. A closed rental agreement will be mailed to you within 48 hours.
General Directions
COUNTER: Take shuttle bus outside of baggage claim area. Shuttle bus runs every 4-6 minutes. Location is approx 1 mile from the airport.
CARS: Directly behind rental car facility.
RETURNS: Same as pick-up.
DRIVERS CIRCLE
When you arrive, follow signs to the baggage claim area. Exit the terminal to wait for the Budget Rental Shuttle to take you to the counter. The manager or key person will have your contract ready and personally escort you to your vehicle.
After-hours Returns
Park & lock the car in the return area of the car rental facility. Place the completed contract & the keys in the key drop box located on the Budget counter. The rental car facility is open 24 hours.

ABQ Rental Car Return

When you’re ready to return your Budget car rental at Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ), head to the same location where you can pick up an ABQ car rental from Budget. The address of that location is listed above, along with helpful information about common rental pickup and return questions.

Albuquerque Airport Car Rental Information

As New Mexico’s biggest city, Albuquerque has much to offer travelers, including a unique Southwest culture and landscape, fun nightlife, and incredible restaurants. Experience all there is to see and do by getting a reliable Budget car rental at the ABQ Sunport. 

The car rental facility at the ABQ airport is conveniently only 5 miles away from downtown and is in proximity to a number of hotels, restaurants, and attractions.

ABQ Rental Cars

If you’re wondering which type of vehicle is best to choose as your car rental at the Albuquerque airport, consider your plans. Choose an SUV for a visit to the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park or a minivan for a family outing to Cliff’s Amusement Park. No matter what you’re doing, Budget has the car to suit your needs.

Small to Full-Size Car Rental

Whether you are looking for a compact, economy, or full-size sedan, we have the rental car you need at a price you can afford.

 

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SUV Rental

Enjoying a day at Petroglyph National Monument? Get there with a rugged vehicle like a mid-size or full-size SUV from Budget.

 

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Long-Term Car Rental

If you’re sticking around Albuquerque for more than a few weeks, choose a monthly car rental from Budget to ensure you always have transportation at a great price.

 

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Van Rental

A minivan rental is a great choice for a trip to ABQ BioPark Aquarium with young children. Traveling with a crowd? Choose a passenger van to seat up to 12 people with ease.

 

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Luxury Car Rental

A premium sedan or SUV will make your time cruising to the annual balloon festival even more memorable.

 

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Albuquerque International Sunport Travel FAQs

Yes. The Albuquerque International Sunport is the largest commercial airport in New Mexico and serves more than five million passengers annually. Additionally, many major airlines serve ABQ, giving passengers greater flexibility and convenience for their travel plans. (Source)

ABQ is in the heart of Albuquerque, making it easy to get to the downtown area after your flight. The airport is less than a mile from downtown Albuquerque, so after picking up your Budget car rental at the airport, you can reach downtown within five to ten minutes, depending on traffic. (Source) 

Access to a vehicle is strongly recommended for visitors, as there’s plenty to do and see in Albuquerque. The local bus system won’t get you to all your potential destinations. With a Budget car rental, you’ll be free to explore must-see attractions like the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science and the Petroglyph National Monument. (Source)

Yes, you can sleep overnight at ABQ. However, you’ll be restricted to the landside area after security checkpoints close, and you’ll need to go through security again after they reopen. There is some armrest-free seating throughout the airport, and the check-in and baggage claim areas of ABQ are considered decent sleeping spots. (Source)

It’s a little over 60 miles between Santa Fe and Albuquerque—about a one-hour drive after picking up your Budget rental at the airport. (Source) However, if you intend to visit both of these iconic cities, Budget offers one-way rental availability. The Budget counter at the Santa Fe Regional Airport makes it easy to fly in or out of the Santa Fe area. 

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