How much is a taxi from ABQ to downtown Albuquerque?

Taxi fares: about $15–$25. The ride takes 10–15 min depending on traffic.

How far is ABQ from downtown Albuquerque?

About 3 miles, or 10–15 min by taxi.

Which airlines fly from ABQ?

Airlines at ABQ include American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and JetBlue. It's not a complete list: smaller and seasonal airlines come and go, so check the airport's flight board for your route.

Where is the cheapest parking at ABQ?

Economy lot with shuttles, the cheapest. Rates change with demand, so check and book ahead on the airport's site.

How do I find cheap flights from Albuquerque?

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Albuquerque · airport guide

Albuquerque Sunport guide

Albuquerque International Sunport has one terminal with Concourses A and B and a small commuter concourse. The quickest way from ABQ to downtown Albuquerque is the ABQ RIDE Route 50 bus (about 25 minutes, free (ABQ RIDE is fare-free)).

Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction

Transit to downtown Albuquerque

25 min

ABQ RIDE Route 50 bus, free (ABQ RIDE is fare-free)

Taxi

10–15 min

about $15–$25

Airlines

American, Delta and United

Lounges

None listed

No airline club here

Quick answer

The quickest way from ABQ to downtown Albuquerque is the ABQ RIDE Route 50 bus (about 25 minutes, free (ABQ RIDE is fare-free)). Airlines here include American, Delta, United, Southwest and Alaska.

Terminals: One terminal with Concourses A and B and a small commuter concourse
Taxi: 10–15 min, about $15–$25
Distance: About 3 miles to downtown Albuquerque

Getting from ABQ to downtown Albuquerque

Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.

ABQ RIDE Route 50 busto Alvarado Transportation Center, downtownabout 25 minfree (ABQ RIDE is fare-free)
Taxi or rideshare10–15 minabout $15–$25

Inside ABQ

Terminals and connections

One compact terminal: most flights leave from Concourses A and B, and a small commuter concourse serves the smallest planes.

Parking at ABQ

•Economy lot with shuttles, the cheapest
•Parking garage next to the terminal

Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check ABQ's official site.

Airlines at ABQ

Major airlines that fly from ABQ (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.

American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
JetBlue Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees

ABQ airport FAQ

The quickest option is the ABQ RIDE Route 50 bus to Alvarado Transportation Center, downtown: about 25 minutes for free (ABQ RIDE is fare-free). A taxi takes 10–15 min (about $15–$25).

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Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fares, lounges, airlines and parking change; check with the operator or airport before you travel.

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