Rent a Car at Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) 

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Albuquerque Intl Sunport (ABQ)

Address:

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

Phone:

(1) 505-842-4080

Location Type:

Corporate

Hours of Operation:

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

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

Location Information

Where is Avis at the Albuquerque International Sunport?

Preferred Service
Follow signs to the baggage claim area on the lower level. Locate the rental car phone & pick it up to be connected to a bus representative. Proceed outside to get on the common rental car bus. The bus will arrive within 5 minutes to take you to the rental car facility.
General Directions
AIRLINE PASSENGERS Follow signs to the baggage claim area on the lower level. Locate the rental car phone & pick it up to be connected to a bus representative. Proceed outside to get on the common rental car bus. The bus will arrive within 5 minutes to take you to the rental car facility. Proceed inside the Avis rental car facility. DISTANCE from rental counter to parking lot: 100-125 ft.,WALK-UP RENTERS Follow airport signs for Rental Car Return. They will lead to the Avis car rental lot.
After-hours Returns
Park & lock the car. Place the completed contract & the keys in the key drop box at the Avis counter inside the terminal. The terminal is open 24 hours. Remember to take your personal belongings with you.

Albuquerque Airport Car Rental Information

When choosing Avis for your airport car rental in Albuquerque, you can pick from a wide selection of cars—from compact cars best for navigating downtown traffic to SUVs perfect for trips to the desert and beyond. An ABQ car rental gives you access to it all.

In a hurry? Speed car rental pickup with Avis Preferred membership so you can skip the line and go straight to your car. From the Albuquerque airport car rental lot, it’s a short 15-minute drive downtown.

Choose Avis at the Sunport for a great rental experience and the following benefits:

ABQ Rental Car Return

Need to drop off a car rental to the Albuquerque airport? No problem! Just follow the signs for rental cars as you approach the airport. Avis handles drop-offs and pickups in the same location.

What Cars Are Available to Rent at the Albuquerque Airport?

You can view our rates and available rental cars at the Albuquerque airport by entering your rental dates and times into our reservation form at the top of this page.

SUV Rental

Heading out to Petroglyph National Monument? Reserve an SUV to navigate any winding roads along the way.

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Luxury Car Rental

Rent the car of your dreams when you opt for a sports car, luxury sedan, premium SUV, or muscle car to explore Old Town Albuquerque.

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Long-Term Car Rental

If you’re planning to stay in the area for more than a few weeks, pick a monthly car rental from Avis for more savings!

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Sedan Rental

A sedan is ideal for quick trips around Albuquerque. Enjoy saving money on gas while driving to business meetings.

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VAN RENTAL

If you’re traveling with a crowd to exciting local attractions, rent a 12- or 15- passenger van. Or, if you don’t need more than eight seats, try a minivan!

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RENT A CAR AND EXPLORE ALBUQUERQUE

Renting a car at one of our Albuquerque rental centers provides freedom to explore the best attractions in the area! Check out these must-see spots after retrieving your ABQ car rental.

 

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

 

  • Petroglyph National Monument: See one of the largest petroglyph sites in the country, with over 25,000 carved images created by Native Americans and Spanish settlers.

  • New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science: Learn about natural laws and phenomena in hands-on exhibits at this museum. Permanent exhibits include a Mars rover replica and several assembled dinosaur skeletons.

  • Sandia Peak: Take in breathtaking views, enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, and explore hundreds of hiking trails.

Albuquerque International Sunport Travel FAQs

ABQ changed its name from the Albuquerque International Airport to the Albuquerque International Sunport in 1994 to reflect the sunny weather the city experiences throughout the year. Albuquerque, NM, sees about 280 days of sunshine each year, so the unique name is certainly warranted. (Source)

Yes. Albuquerque’s second airport is the Roswell International Air Center (ROW). ROW is a smaller airport option for travelers. (Source) If you’d prefer to fly to ROW, Avis has you covered. Our ROW car rental location provides plenty of options and savings, regardless of your travel plans.

Yes. The Albuquerque International Sunport is the largest and busiest airport in New Mexico, serving over 5 million passengers annually. Many different airlines serve the airport and provide nonstop flights to many destinations, giving passengers more options to suit their travel needs better. (Source)

ABQ is nestled in the heart of the city near the downtown area. After picking up your Avis car rental at the airport, you’ll only need to travel about a mile (typically about five minutes) to reach downtown Albuquerque. However, if you’re traveling during peak commute times, allow a few extra minutes for travel time.

ABQ is larger than the Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) and the largest commercial airport within the state of New Mexico. (Source) However, if you’d prefer to fly to SAF, you can still save more on your rental car by booking with Avis. Our SAF rental counter makes grabbing a car after a flight fast and easy.

Terms & Conditions

Optional Coverages

Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) is optional.
LDW is not available on following car groups J, XA, XB, XC, XE, XG, XI, XK, XL, XM, XN, XO. It is mandatory for customer to take PDW (Partial Damage Waiver)
 

Available at all locations and varies depending on car group rented.
Our Recommendation to all our customers will always be to acquire our 100 percent waiver protection (LDW).  This is an optional product.  It releases the renter of all financial responsibility in the case of an accident or theft.  This is our most complete coverage product; it includes tires and wind shields. 

LDW does not include the cost of replacing lost license plates or keys, tow services and police fines. Client must follow all driving conditions stated in our terms of service clauses, any infractions to the stated conditions voids this coverage. 
If LDW is declined, the renter is fully responsible for the full value of the Avis vehicle, in addition to stolen accessories, repairs and loss of use during repairs.  An additional charge card hold will apply. The customer must sign an Acknowledgement of Responsibility.  

Theft Protection (TP) is included with the purchase of LDW.

PDW (Partial Damage Waiver) - Available at the counter. Check at the rental counter for additional details.
PDW is mandatory for the following car groups J, XA, XB, XC, XE, XG, XI, XK, XL, XM, XN, XO.
PDW reduces the customers financial responsibility for damage to or loss of the Avis vehicle as a result of an accident or theft. 

Some credit cards provide insurance coverage, with certain limitations, as a benefit of using the card to rent vehicles. The customer is advised to contact the card issuer before the rental. The customer will be totally responsible for handling coverage with the card issuer for any damage or theft of the Avis vehicle. Any waiver must be discussed with the location upon arrival.

Note: Other coverage may be available at the counter, check upon arrival for information.

Global insurance coverages are always subject to change. Please verify at time of rental.

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Credit Card Policies

Avis accepts the Avis Charge Card, American Express, Discover Card, Japan Credit Bureau, MasterCard, Optima and Visa.  At the time of rental we will request a pre-authroization on your charge card.  The pre-authorization is determined and varies according to the responsibility waiver option selected and the type of vehicle rented.  When the rental agreement is closed, we will deduct the pre-authorization amount from the total.  The remaining amount will then be released.

The waiver range varies between 80-100 percent. The minimum pre-authorization is the amount of rental plus 1000.00 USD up to a maximum amount of 4000.00 USD if no waiver option is selected. 


Debit Card Policies

Debit cards are only accepted, as a form of payment, at the end of the rental in substituion of the credit card presented at the beginning of the rental.


Drivers License

At the time of rental, the driver must present a valid drivers license in the drivers name from their country of residence.  Customers presenting a drivers license in a non-Roman alphabet must also present an International Driving Permit (IDP) to serve as a translation in addition to their valid drivers license.  We reserve the right to check the drivers license against Avis standards and refuse to rent if those standards are not met.


Public Liability and Property Damage

Public liability insurance is in accordance with the insurance laws of the country.  Customer may inquire at the time of rental for additional information of the benefits, conditions and acceptance.

Information not available at this time, please check at time of rental.

Note: Some credit cards provide insurance coverage, with certain limitations, as a benefit of using the card to rent vehicles.  The customer is advised to contact the card issuer before the rental.  Any waiver must be discussed directly with the location upon arrival.


Additional Information

Mexico City Driving Restrictions: Driving cars in Mexico City is limited based on license plate and days of the week. Check with reservations or the counter for additional details.


Age Requirements

Minimum age to rent is 25 years old for all car groups.  Renters between 21- 24 years old are subject to a young driver fee.  Young Driver (Underage) Fee is 130.00 MEP per day for all car groups, subject to tax and surcharges. No maximum charge. This policy is applicable to corporate rentals with a corporate rate.


Fuel Policy

Specific information for this location is not available at this time.


Travel Into Other Countries

Cars can be returned to other Avis locations within this country based on car availability.  Vehicles may be rented in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Hermosillo, Mexicali, Monterrey, Saltillo and Tijuana are allowed into the U.S., but must be returned to Mexico.  One-way rentals outside this country are not permitted.  Cars rented in Mexico cannot be terminated in the U.S.