What restaurants are there at Albuquerque International Sunport?

Craving a bite to eat after your flight to Albuquerque? Luckily for travelers, Albuquerque International Sunport has an array of delicious New Mexican Cuisine along with other delectable options. For New Mexican Cuisine, head on over to either Rio Grande Brew Pub & Grill or

How do I get from Albuquerque International Sunport to downtown Albuquerque?

Like many airports in the U.S., the easiest ways to get from Albuquerque International Sunport is via public bus, taxi, shuttle, or rental car. For most travelers, the shuttles are a cheap and simple way to get downtown, but if you are looking to head straight to your hotel, taxis may be a better option. Albuquerque International Sunport is even serviced by a train, which you can take from the airport to reach the Albuquerque Train Station.

What shopping options are there at Albuquerque International Sunport?

Travelers looking to pick up a few souvenirs during their time in Albuquerque International Sunport will be happy to hear that there are many shopping options available at the airport. For souvenirs, your best options are shops like Earth Spirit, Greetings from NM, and ThunderBird Curio.

What is there to do while at Albuquerque International Sunport?

If you have a few hours to spare and you aren’t quite sure what to do with your time, perhaps a perusal of Albuquerque International Sunport’s extensive art collection is in order. The airport features over 100 permanent pieces of art that illustrate the unique cultural history of New Mexico and the greater Southwest.

Are there any other airports in Albuquerque?

Sunport is the primary airport not only for Albuquerque but also for New Mexico. The only other airport in Albuquerque is the Double Eagle II Airport, located on the city's west side. The airport offers general aviation services such as training, air ambulances, military, private, charter, and corporate flights.

How many terminals does Albuquerque Airport have?

Sunport is a midsize airport. It only has one terminal building, with 22 gates for Concourses A and B used for major commercial air carriers and Gate C for the commuter airlines. The airport's small size makes it easy to navigate. Nevertheless, Sunport records approximately 5 million travelers annually.

How far is the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center from Sunport?

Indian Pueblo Cultural Center is the home to all things Native American history. It features a world-class museum and an exciting cultural center where travelers can enjoy Native American cuisine. It is also the only place in North America to host Native American traditional dances every weekend, all year round. The center is only 8 miles from Sunport, and a taxi drive takes 12min.

Can I store my luggage at Sunport Airport?

Storing luggage can be very convenient, especially during layovers. Unfortunately, if you are traveling to Albuquerque, be prepared to have your luggage with you at all times. The airport does not provide any storage facilities or lockers.

What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Albuquerque?

Southwest operates the most flights from the United States to Albuquerque at 243 per week, and for this route Southwest is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Albuquerque. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

How far is Albuquerque from downtown Albuquerque?

Albuquerque is 4.4 mi from downtown Albuquerque.

How long are nonstop flights to Albuquerque from different departure cities?

Nonstop flight time to Albuquerque varies depending on your departure city: • From San Diego: 1h 45m • From Oakland: 2h 15m • From Seattle: 2h 57m • From Nashville: 3h • From Charlotte: 3h 27m

How many flights serve Albuquerque?

Albuquerque receives 77 flights per day and 540 per week from across the world. Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport has the most flights to Albuquerque, with 68 weekly flights.

How do I know if a flight to Albuquerque is a good deal?

A good deal on a flight to Albuquerque is around $330 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

How expensive are last-minute flights to Albuquerque?

Last-minute fares to Albuquerque (booked within 2 weeks of departure) are typically 36% higher than the average round-trip fare of $421.

What is the cheapest flight to Albuquerque?

Los Angeles to Albuquerque is the cheapest route at $177 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Albuquerque?

On average, a round-trip flight from the United States to Albuquerque costs $421, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Round-trip fares from Denver average $304, while Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport runs a bit higher at $319.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Albuquerque?

Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Albuquerque at $417 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Sunday is the most expensive at $493.

What’s the cheapest month to fly to Albuquerque?

•January is the cheapest month to fly to Albuquerque with an average price of $380 round-trip. •July ($455) and December ($448) are the most expensive. Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Albuquerque?

Evening flights to Albuquerque are the cheapest at $427 round-trip on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at $441.

What is a good deal for flights to Albuquerque?

Flights under $330 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Albuquerque at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from: •Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport $237 •Denver $257 •Seattle $264.

When are flights to Albuquerque the cheapest?

Flights to Albuquerque are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

What are the most popular airlines flying to Albuquerque?

Southwest is the most popular airline flying to Albuquerque among KAYAK users, followed by United Airlines and American Airlines.

Which airline offers the most nonstop flights to Albuquerque?

Southwest operates the most nonstop flights to Albuquerque, with an average of 243 per week. American Airlines follows with 104 weekly nonstop flights. 7 airlines fly nonstop to this destination.

How many direct flights to Albuquerque are there each day?

There are around 77 daily direct flights to Albuquerque. 38% depart in the morning, 27% in the afternoon, 26% in the evening and 9% at night.

How many direct flights to Albuquerque are there each week?

There are 540 direct flights to Albuquerque each week. Sunday is the day with the most departures at 15%.

How many long-haul flights are there to Albuquerque each week?

No long-haul flights serve this destination.

How many cities have direct flights to Albuquerque?

24 cities have direct flights to Albuquerque. Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport has the most with 68 direct flights per week.

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What is the cheapest flight to Albuquerque?: Los Angeles to Albuquerque is the cheapest route at $177 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.
How much is a flight to Albuquerque? Average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Albuquerque from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 12 months.: On average, a round-trip flight from the United States to Albuquerque costs $421, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Round-trip fares from Denver average $304, while Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport runs a bit higher at $319.
What is the cheapest day to fly to Albuquerque?: Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Albuquerque at $417 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Sunday is the most expensive at $493.
What’s the cheapest month to fly to Albuquerque? To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for flights to Albuquerque, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly to Albuquerque with an average price of $380 round-trip.
•July ($455) and December ($448) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Albuquerque? Average price for all round-trip flights depending on time of departure, seen by users on KAYAK in the last 12 months.: Evening flights to Albuquerque are the cheapest at $427 round-trip on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at $441.
What is a good deal for flights to Albuquerque?: Flights under $330 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Albuquerque at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport $237
•Denver $257
•Seattle $264.
When are flights to Albuquerque the cheapest?: Flights to Albuquerque are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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How do I know if a flight to Albuquerque is a good deal?
A good deal on a flight to Albuquerque is around $330 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.
How far is Albuquerque from downtown Albuquerque?
Albuquerque is 4.4 mi from downtown Albuquerque.
How long are nonstop flights to Albuquerque from different departure cities?
Nonstop flight time to Albuquerque varies depending on your departure city:

• From San Diego: 1h 45m
• From Oakland: 2h 15m
• From Seattle: 2h 57m
• From Nashville: 3h
• From Charlotte: 3h 27m
How expensive are last-minute flights to Albuquerque?
Last-minute fares to Albuquerque (booked within 2 weeks of departure) are typically 36% higher than the average round-trip fare of $421.
What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Albuquerque?
Southwest operates the most flights from the United States to Albuquerque at 243 per week, and for this route Southwest is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Albuquerque. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.
How many flights serve Albuquerque?
Albuquerque receives 77 flights per day and 540 per week from across the world. Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport has the most flights to Albuquerque, with 68 weekly flights.
What restaurants are there at Albuquerque International Sunport?
Craving a bite to eat after your flight to Albuquerque? Luckily for travelers, Albuquerque International Sunport has an array of delicious New Mexican Cuisine along with other delectable options. For New Mexican Cuisine, head on over to either Rio Grande Brew Pub & Grill or
How do I get from Albuquerque International Sunport to downtown Albuquerque?
Like many airports in the U.S., the easiest ways to get from Albuquerque International Sunport is via public bus, taxi, shuttle, or rental car. For most travelers, the shuttles are a cheap and simple way to get downtown, but if you are looking to head straight to your hotel, taxis may be a better option. Albuquerque International Sunport is even serviced by a train, which you can take from the airport to reach the Albuquerque Train Station.
What shopping options are there at Albuquerque International Sunport?
Travelers looking to pick up a few souvenirs during their time in Albuquerque International Sunport will be happy to hear that there are many shopping options available at the airport. For souvenirs, your best options are shops like Earth Spirit, Greetings from NM, and ThunderBird Curio.
What is there to do while at Albuquerque International Sunport?
If you have a few hours to spare and you aren’t quite sure what to do with your time, perhaps a perusal of Albuquerque International Sunport’s extensive art collection is in order. The airport features over 100 permanent pieces of art that illustrate the unique cultural history of New Mexico and the greater Southwest.
Are there any other airports in Albuquerque?
Sunport is the primary airport not only for Albuquerque but also for New Mexico. The only other airport in Albuquerque is the Double Eagle II Airport, located on the city's west side. The airport offers general aviation services such as training, air ambulances, military, private, charter, and corporate flights.
How many terminals does Albuquerque Airport have?
Sunport is a midsize airport. It only has one terminal building, with 22 gates for Concourses A and B used for major commercial air carriers and Gate C for the commuter airlines. The airport's small size makes it easy to navigate. Nevertheless, Sunport records approximately 5 million travelers annually.
How far is the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center from Sunport?
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center is the home to all things Native American history. It features a world-class museum and an exciting cultural center where travelers can enjoy Native American cuisine. It is also the only place in North America to host Native American traditional dances every weekend, all year round. The center is only 8 miles from Sunport, and a taxi drive takes 12min.
Can I store my luggage at Sunport Airport?
Storing luggage can be very convenient, especially during layovers. Unfortunately, if you are traveling to Albuquerque, be prepared to have your luggage with you at all times. The airport does not provide any storage facilities or lockers.

For the best chance at a low fare to Albuquerque, book around 6 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 33% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
For flights to Albuquerque, a good round-trip fare is around $330. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Albuquerque in January. Round-trip fares historically average $380, making January the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
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Shift your departure to afternoon to save up to $14 per round-trip. Afternoon flights to Albuquerque average $427 compared to $441 for morning flights.
Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to Albuquerque, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Southwest includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, United Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class and American Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
Once you arrive in Albuquerque, a few great places to start are Albuquerque Convention Center, Petroglyph National Monument and ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
Tired after your flight to Albuquerque? Chances are you flew into Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ); in that case, you are in luck, as many hotels offer free transport to and from the airport. Some of such hotels include Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn, Comfort Inn Albuquerque Airport, and Ramada by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport.
Are you a fan of music? Well, the Sunport Serenades is just the program for you then. The program consists of over 80 live concerts held throughout the year in Albuquerque International Sunport. The concerts showcase local talent and all of the concerts are free.
Is Albuquerque just the first leg of your New Mexican excursion? If so, perhaps the train station located at the airport will provide an easy means to travel to neighboring cities. The NM Rail Runner Express provides quick service from Santa Fe to Albuquerque and south to Belen.
If you are feeling a bit stressed after your flight or like you need to center yourself before your next flight, then maybe you should pay a visit to the Meditation Room. The Meditation Room is a multi-purpose room used for both religious services and non-religious meditation. It is open to all guests and passengers at the airport.
Business travelers who need space to do work during their time at Albuquerque International Sunport should head on over to the designated workstations on the third level of the airport. There are workstations located both on the landside and airside of the airport, making it extra convenient to get a bit of work done on the fly.
When you land at Albuquerque International Sunport, chances are people with giant smiles will receive you. Don't be surprised. These people are volunteers at the airport. They assist travelers in finding their way around the airport. Some volunteers also bring their certified therapy dogs to help relieve the stress of traveling.
The magnificent Albuquerque International Sunport observatory deck is a sight to behold. The 1,750 square feet glass offers a view of the three airport's runways, where you can view the planes as they take off. From this tranquil and peaceful space, you can also see nature in the east, west, and south.
When you have some spare time, you can take the Sunport tour offered by airport staff. Sunport offers behind-the-scenes tours to those interested in the airport's history, the art collection, and the old terminal. The airport also provides group tours.
Are you traveling with your animal? Well, Sunport has animal relief areas to cater to your pet. The indoor relief area is located at gate A7 while the two outdoor relief areas are located just outside the baggage claim level on the west and east ends of the building. The indoor relief area has a fantastic view of the Albuquerque Bosque. Your pet can stretch and get relief in the relief areas.
Sunport has a Sunflower lanyard program to assist travelers with hidden disabilities that may not be readily apparent. You can get the Sunflower item from the information booths around the airport or the administration offices. The Sunflower item indicates to approaching employees that you need assistance and a little more time going through some areas like security checks.

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