Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) — Terminals, Lounges & Travel Tips
Albuquerque, NM, United States · ABQ
Terminal Guide
| Terminal | Airlines |
|---|---|
| Sunport Terminal (Concourses A, B, C) | Southwest, American, United, Delta, Frontier, Alaska, Spirit |
Getting There — Ground Transportation
- ABQ Ride Bus Routes: City bus routes connect the Sunport to the Downtown Transportation Center. Route 50 runs frequently.
- Rideshare: Uber/Lyft from the designated pickup zone. Downtown Albuquerque is about 5 miles, ~15 min.
- Taxi: Metered; $15–25 to Old Town or downtown Albuquerque.
- Car Rental: On-site at the terminal.
Pro Tips for ABQ Travelers
- ABQ is one of the best airports for Southwestern art and decor — the Pueblo-inspired terminal is genuinely beautiful.
- Santa Fe is about 60 miles north of ABQ — rent a car or take a Sandia Shuttle for the most convenient transfer.
- Albuquerque's elevation (5,300 ft) means aircraft performance differs slightly — factor this in for timing.
- The International Balloon Fiesta (first week of October) fills every hotel and flight in the state — book months in advance.
- New Mexico is a major chili pepper growing region; the airport's dining reflects local cuisine with green and red chile options.
- Parking at ABQ is affordable and the terminal is compact — security is generally fast.
- Breaking Bad fans: Albuquerque locations are a major tourism draw; the airport has some themed merchandise.
Know Before You Land — ABQ Checklist
Review these before your flight so you hit the ground running at Albuquerque.
- Albuquerque International Sunport operates from a single terminal — no terminal confusion, but check your concourse letter for gate location.
- No direct rail link — rideshare is the most flexible option. Uber/Lyft from the designated pickup zone. Downtown Albuquerque is about 5 miles, ~15 min.
- Renting a car? On-site at the terminal.
- Parking at ABQ is affordable and the terminal is compact — security is generally fast.