KAYAK insights for Albuquerque Airport car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Albuquerque Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Albuquerque Airport?
You should book your rental car in Albuquerque Airport around 37 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the most popular rental car in Albuquerque Airport?
Rentals in the SUV category (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are the most popular option in Albuquerque Airport, costing ₪101/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as ₪101/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Albuquerque Airport?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Albuquerque Airport is May at an average cost of ₪135/day. October is the most expensive month to rent a car in Albuquerque Airport when prices are ₪210/day on average, which tends to be 287% above the yearly average rental price for Albuquerque Airport.
Albuquerque Airport car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Albuquerque Airport by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
₪95 - ₪173
All Car Types
₪191 - ₪262
How much does it cost to rent a small car in Albuquerque Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a medium car in Albuquerque Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a large car in Albuquerque Airport?
How much does it cost to rent an SUV in Albuquerque Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a van in Albuquerque Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a pickup truck in Albuquerque Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in Albuquerque Airport?
How much does it cost to rent a convertible in Albuquerque Airport?
Small car rentals in Albuquerque Airport typically cost around ₪138 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ₪95 per day which is about 32% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 37% cheaper than the average rental in Albuquerque Airport, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Medium car rentals in Albuquerque Airport typically cost around ₪188 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ₪132 per day which is about 30% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 14% cheaper than the average rental in Albuquerque Airport, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in Albuquerque Airport typically cost around ₪198 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ₪142 per day which is about 29% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 10% cheaper than the average rental in Albuquerque Airport, offering more comfort for longer trips at a valuable price.
SUV rentals in Albuquerque Airport typically cost around ₪230 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ₪185 per day which is about 20% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 6% more expensive than the average rental in Albuquerque Airport, but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.
Van rentals in Albuquerque Airport typically cost around ₪247 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ₪172 per day which is about 31% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 12% more expensive than the average rental in Albuquerque Airport, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck rentals in Albuquerque Airport typically cost around ₪191 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ₪140 per day which is about 27% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 13% cheaper than the average rental in Albuquerque Airport, a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car rentals in Albuquerque Airport typically cost around ₪334 per day. The best time to book is August, when prices average ₪242 per day which is about 28% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 35% more expensive than the average rental in Albuquerque Airport, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible rentals in Albuquerque Airport typically cost around ₪219 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average ₪125 per day which is about 43% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 1% more expensive than the average rental in Albuquerque Airport, perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
Good to know
Most popular car type
Medium
Top tips for renting a car at Albuquerque Airport
For a comfortable and convenient way to explore the area, consider booking a car rental at Albuquerque Airport. While the city does have some public transportation, such as the local bus, driving remains one of the easiest and quickest ways to get where you need to go. By having your own Albuquerque Airport car rental, you can stick to your own schedule and have enough room to comfortably transport cargo, such as a few suitcases.
No matter what your preferences are, there is a model that will work perfectly for your car rental at Albuquerque Airport. If you plan on going on longer road trips throughout the region, or will be traveling with a few other individuals, you may want to reserve an SUV. Those that would like to travel on a budget can opt for an economy or standard vehicle instead. Compact models are handy when you’ll be primarily staying in the city center, as they make it easy to park and weave through narrow streets.
To return your car rental at Albuquerque Airport, simply bring the vehicle to the designated drop-off area that is located at the rental car center. Once you start to approach the airport, you will see that there are signs leading you to the exact area where each company stores its fleet. Depending on the company that you will be renting with, you may have the option of dropping off your vehicle after regular business hours.
Albuquerque is a popular city amongst both business travelers and tourists, so its streets will often be congested. If you don’t want to get stuck driving in traffic, you can choose to pick up and drop off your car rental outside of rush hour, which typically occurs between the hours of 7 and 9 am and 5.30 and 7.30 pm. Some of the streets in the city are known for being particularly busy, and these include roads like Interstates 25 and 40.
Book your rental car at Albuquerque Airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about renting a car at Albuquerque Airport
What are the different documents that I need to have to rent a car at Albuquerque Airport?
If you would like to rent a car from Albuquerque Airport, you will need to have a valid driver’s license that will not expire during your rental period. Even if you do not have a license from the United States, you may still be able to rent a car with either a foreign license or an international license. It is usually best to have your passport on hand, as many companies prefer to keep a photocopy of this document in your file. Depending on the branch, you may also be required to pay for your rental with a major credit card.
Where can I find the car rental center at Albuquerque Airport?
The Sunport Car Rental Center is located at the address of 3400 University SE. To go here, you can grab one of the free shuttle buses that depart from outside of the main terminal and runs every five minutes, 24h a day, seven days a week. As soon as you have finished all of your paperwork, an employee will lead you to where your car is located.
Are there any amenities for customers at the car rental center at Albuquerque Airport?
There are a few general amenities that are offered for all customers, such as access to public restrooms. The rental center is also equipped with outlets that are convenient for keeping your electronic devices charged. If you would like to rest for a few minutes, you can do so in the sitting area while your car is being prepared. Some companies also provide their customers with free water bottles.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Albuquerque Airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Albuquerque Airport to off-airport locations include Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, E-Z Rent-A-Car, Hertz, and National.
Albuquerque Airport car rental reviews and directory
The pickup was a little hard bc there was no one to show me where the car was and the lot was blocked off and difficult to get out of. But the car itself was great. A little pricey.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2025
Standard SUV
Quick service picking up and dropping off. Professional and friendly customer service
6.0 Okay
Robbie, Jul 2025
Intermediate SUV
Be prepared to wait in line for Budget in ABQ -- there's usually a single staffer working the counter for three rental companies. We were 5th in line when we got there on this past trip and it took about an hour to get our car. Now the price can't be beat and once you have your car all is good; you just need to be prepared for what you're walking into
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Jan 2025
Intermediate SUV
they changed the car make at the pick up-theone I got was a trimmed version and the 4motion was missing the rotary dial to engage in snow mode-and the manual in the glove compartment was for a different model wurth such a dial, so no use of it-without snow mode we had to cancel some plans
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Intermediate SUV
Inside of windshield was filthy, had to clean it myself
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Compact
Top-notch customer service! The best part of our experience was the outstanding customer care we received from Christina. She was kind, helpful, patient, and very accommodating ,to our situation.. She is the reason we will use Budget again. Thank you, Christina!
Great car (Jeep Wrangler) and friendly folks - about the only ding was some confusion over the fuel level - it was supposed to be pre-paid full-to-empty (yes, I’m that guy), but the car showed up nearly empty. They were good about situation and had the charges adjusted on the spot.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2025
Intermediate SUV
Friendly people in the counter. Acces to the vehicles was kind of problem because the access to the parking lot is not easy, specially with luggage. I can’t imagine with a wheelchair.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2025
Compact SUV
The car on the outside was dirty with dirt all over.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2024
Full-size
Very aggressive up sales
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Economy
Long line at ACE ™️ car rental desk in Albuquerque, New Mexico. On average, there was ONE customer service representative at the desk assisting customers and if we were lucky, the second would help. The vehicle was not in the car located on the damage/receipt that would assist us in finding the car. A few clicks of the door lock, and the car was a couple spots over. I had to take extensive pictures ov dings and scratches because none was noticed on the receipt. (This is not the stress I was hoping for to start out my trip)… The trunk had rocks and small wood pieces where you would normally place luggage… The last time my wife used Ace, she was stranded and the vehicle wouldn’t go into gear. After a couple days they finally replaced it with no apology or anything… she missed the activity she was supposed too arrive for and W/O ANY sorry sir compensatory actions from ACE. It’s almost your FORCED to used a couple of companies that at there because of a lack of staff at the ABQ rental complex.
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Sept 2024
Intermediate SUV
Very slow service during pickup. Only one person working the counter. One person had to come back to the counter twice, once because change oil light was on in his car and then again when he was given a different car and charged more for an upgrade. Return went smoothly for us however.
We selected the managers special only to find out on arrival that the car was electric. That was a surprise! Our final destination probably wouldn’t have a charging station so we were forced to upgrade at almost double the price. The agent was unapologetic. Fool me once…
8.0 Very good
Srinivas, Mar 2026
Compact SUV
More agents at pickup locations. It took more than 1 hr in line even though I was 4th in line. There was only agent for almost 45 mins to help customers.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2025
Standard SUV
They were great. Easy checking in. Good car. Easy checking out.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Intermediate
Great experience - arrived early and was able to pick up my car. Pick up process was fast and easy. Car was clean.
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Full-size SUV
Wish charges were more clear , other than that was good
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Compact SUV
Charged for fuel despite returning with full tank and have pics to prove!
Hertz lied, we went all the way to the airport to pick up our confirmed rental and they would not honor the confirmation! They told us that even though we made a reservation and had a confirmation number they had rented our car to someone else so they were out of cars.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2021
The reservation process, pickup, and drop off were very easy. Everyone was friendly.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2021
We cancelled the car rental and have NOT received our $$ back
4.0 Mediocre
Randy, Dec 2021
Car was prepaid, yet I still had to wait 30 minutes in line in order to get the automobile. Then there was rather intense pressure to pre-pay fuel, buy more insurance, and the like--just so Hertz can generate more money.
The rental car shuttle service to and from the airport is quick and convenient. The staff at the Alamo desk was helpful and efficient. The entrance to the rental car return was a little confusing but we figured it out on the second pass. Our car was clean and performed well. We had a great experience renting from Alamo.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Minivan
Quick and easy without a bunch of upsells.
1 out of 2
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
9.0
Wonderful
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.6
Value for money
8.3
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
3400 University Blvd Se
+1 844 366 0505
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06:00 - 23:59
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06:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful
Diego, Jul 2024
Intermediate SUV
Great!
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, May 2024
Compact
Did not have compact car readily available as requested. No instructions on drop-off; other customers and I had to confer and guess what to do.
Sixt
8.8
Very good
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.7
Value for money
8.5
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
3400 University Blvd SE
+1 888 749 8227
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07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Compact SUV
This is my first time using Sixt, and I will always use them from now on; pricing is reasonable, and customer service is fantastic! Thank you for doing a great job!
Avis
7.7
Good
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.7
Value for money
7.4
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
3400 University Boulevard Se
+1 505 842 4080
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07:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2026
Intermediate SUV
The car was awesome. the pick up and return was smooth.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Pickup truck
Car had a spare on it. Something terribly wrong with transmission. Car would lurch/ start shaking so bad that I felt like I’d lose control of the vehicle.
Thrifty
6.9
Okay
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
6.9
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
3400 University Blvd Se
+1 866 434 2226
Monday
07:00 - 22:00
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07:00 - 22:00
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07:00 - 22:00
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07:00 - 22:00
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2.0 Poor
shamsha, Jul 2026
Supplier choice
I booked on Kayak and it states that it’s located in terminal. Which is false!!! You have to take a shuttle. I booked the managers special which should fit 5 passengers & 2 suitcases. The girl at the counter was very rude. She tells us that we will get the largest truck which is the managers special. We asked that because we don’t need such a vehicle and it would difficult to get around. She said it would cost $20 to cancel the reservation and a smaller car would cost more! We went ahead & took the TRUCK!!! It was filthy, the side mirrors kept moving when driving and the mirrors could not be adjusted electronically! This is a major hazard! I want my money back!
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2024
Compact SUV
We booked thrifty via a third party so we could pay in advance and when we arrived there were so many people there to pick up a car that we were put on a wait list, only to find out they ended up running out of cars (lucky we had gone to a different place to see if we could get one, although we paid over double what the original rental from Thrifty was meant to be). The employees at Thrifty Albuquerque were apologetic and tried to help, but said there was nothing they could do because the third party companies reserve cars without knowing the amount of inventory available. Whether this is a Thrifty problem, or a problem with the rental car business (esp 3rd party) overall, I’m not sure but it shouldn’t be this way and I’ve never had this problem before, so there should be some oversight for car reservations - especially those that have been prepaid as we are now having to fight with the third party (Qeek) to get our money back.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Supplier choice
Bait and switch with their “managers special” (dealer chooses car).
Ace Rent-a-Car
10.0
Wonderful
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
3400 University Blvd Se
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Europcar
5.7
Fair
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.8
Value for money
6.0
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
Please Go To The Advantage Counter
+1 505 242 6154
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Easirent
4.5
Mediocre
Cleanliness
5.2
Comfort
5.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.5
Value for money
5.1
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
Albuquerque International Airport
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Elita Rent A Car
2.0
Poor
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
Albuquerque Airport International ABQ
+1 505 242 6154
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Ace Rental Cars
No score available yet
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
3400 University Blvd SE
+1 505 437 5809
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Advance Car And Truck Rental
No score available yet
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
3400 University Blvd SE N, Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico
+1 505 242 6154
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Advantage
No score available yet
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
3400 University Blvd SE, Suite N
+1 505 242 6154
Monday
07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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AutoEurope
No score available yet
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
Albuquerque International Sunport
Opening times not available
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E-Z Rent-A-Car
No score available yet
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
3400 University Blvd SE, Suite N
+1 505 242 6154
Monday
07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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07:00 - 23:59
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Eagle Rent A Car
No score available yet
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
12910 Central Ave Se
Opening times not available
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FLIZZR
No score available yet
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
3400 University Blvd SE, 3400 University Blvd SE, Albuquerque, , NM, New Mexico
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keddy by Europcar
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One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
3400 University Blvd Se, Suite N, Albuquerque
+1 505 242 6154
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Movly
No score available yet
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
Albuquerque International Airport
+44 7342 283294
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00:00 - 23:59
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National
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One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
3400 University Blvd Se
+1 844 366 0506
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06:00 - 23:59
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06:00 - 23:59
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06:00 - 23:59
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06:00 - 23:59
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06:00 - 23:59
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06:00 - 23:59
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Shouqi
No score available yet
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
Please Go To The Advantage Counter 3400 University Blvd Se
+1 505 242 6154
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Sunnycars
No score available yet
One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
3400 University Blvd.
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VIPCars Recommendation
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One location in Albuquerque Airport
Locations in Albuquerque Airport
3400 University Blvd Se, Bldg K, Albuquerque, , USA New Mexico
+1 914 368 0091
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00:00 - 23:59
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287 travelers who rented a car in Albuquerque Airport gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.1
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