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Car Rental Albuquerque, NM

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Albuquerque Car Rental & Nearby Locations

  • Address:

    1901 University Blvd Northeast

    Phone:

    (1) 505-884-4771

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Free pickup service available

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  • Address:

    3400 University Blvd Southeast

    Phone:

    (1) 505-764-3560 (6)

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

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

    If flying in, the rental counter is within the terminal with a shuttle to the car lot.

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  • Address:

    4770 Montgomery NE - Ste C113

    Phone:

    (1) 505-872-9541

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Free pickup service available

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  • Address:

    6921 Pan American Fwy NE

    Phone:

    (1) 505-344-7196

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Free pickup service available

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  • Address:

    9501 Coors Blvd NW

    Phone:

    (1) 505-897-6725

    Location Type:

    Corporate

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Rent a Car in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Are you planning a trip to Albuquerque? If so, make sure you choose car rental in Albuquerque from Budget. We make it easy to find just the rental car for exploring the sunny Southwest. Pick up your rental car at the Albuquerque International Sunport or another of our convenient New Mexico locations. 

We have a variety of popular makes and models, so no matter what your needs are, we’re ready to help. Rent a minivan to take your kids to the ABQ BioPark Zoo, or choose an SUV to go hiking at Rio Grande Nature Center State Park. Thinking about an extended stay? We have options for long-term car rentals as well.

Keep reading to learn more about Albuquerque travel tips and rental cars, then book a cheap car rental in Albuquerque.

 

Albuquerque Travel Tips

1. Despite the desert climate, Albuquerque does get snow! Take caution and be prepared for slick and icy roads during a winter storm.

2. New Mexico is famous for both red and green chile sauce as a tasty topping for a variety of dishes. Try both to decide your favorite!

 

Popular Cars

Deciding between rental cars in Albuquerque? Whether you’re heading to the Albuquerque Museum in a compact car or taking your SUV on a Rio Grande adventure, we’ve got you covered. Choose from these popular rentals and more!

  • Vans: Take a day trip to Petroglyph National Monument with a comfortable minivan or big passenger van.

  • Pickup Trucks: Pack up a pickup truck to explore the Cibola National Forest while rock climbing, camping, or hiking.

  • SUV Rental in Albuquerque: Take an SUV to fish on Tingley Beach or ski on Sandia Peak.

Rent a car in Albuquerque by filling out the reservation form on this page.

 

 

Albuquerque Tourist Attractions

ABQ BioPark-Botanic Garden

The ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden is the ideal place to spend a relaxing afternoon in the sunshine. Pack sandwiches for picnicking among the plantlife, or take a walk in between shopping and visits to nearby museums. The garden has an array of events and educational experiences to check out, too. Reserve your Albuquerque rental car to start exploring today.

 

Indian Pueblo Cultural Center

Get up close and personal with the local history of Albuquerque at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. The attraction is dedicated to preserving Pueblo culture, history, and art. Here you’ll be able to take tours, shop, and dine while learning about Albuquerque’s native people. Rent your vehicle from Budget to head there during your stay.

Albuquerque Travel FAQs

The best time to visit Albuquerque is typically in the fall. The autumn months in Albuquerque are cooler than the hot summers, but still relatively warm during the day with an average temperature of 84 degrees Fahrenheit in September. Albuquerque’s annual balloon festival also takes place in the fall, usually in October. 

Santa Fe and Albuquerque are 61 miles apart by way of I-25. In light traffic, it takes about one hour to travel between the two cities. If you’re looking to make the most of your time in New Mexico, a one-way or round-trip car rental from Budget can make visiting both cities easy and fun. 

Albuquerque’s climate is classified as “semi-arid” as it receives only 10 to 20 inches of rainfall per year. Albuquerque is located in the Chihuahuan desert, so it should come as no surprise that the weather is usually dry, while being hot in the summers and cold in the winters. 

Albuquerque terrain is indeed full of hills. To be more precise, it is considered mountainous—the elevation of the city ranges from 4,900 feet to 6,700 feet. Much of the city lies in the valley just west of the Sandia Mountains, but both the weather and terrain are still impacted by the nearby mountain ranges. 

In comparison to many larger urban cities in other states, Albuquerque is a relatively tame city to drive in. However, the city is considered to have the worst traffic within the state of New Mexico, so it probably wouldn’t be right to call it “easy” either. Try to avoid driving during rush hour in Albuquerque.