Tips for Using Uber at Albuquerque International Sunport
We all know that getting to the airport can be a real drag. The Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) is certainly no exception as the bustling southwestern airport had nearly five million passengers last year. That’s why when you’re getting ready for that all important business trip or much needed family vacation, you might want to use Uber instead of driving yourself. Why stress over a costly rental car or long term parking when Uber will get you to your flight on time?
Here are a few other tips that should make your next trip out of ABQ a breeze:
Tips and Resources for Albuquerque International Sunport
- Uber Airport Pages: Everything you need to know about requesting an Uber at ABQ can be found at our dedicated airport page. Once you’ve selected your vehicle type and have confirmed your location, you will meet the driver on level one at the ground transportation counter. If you have trouble finding your driver, you can always call them to coordinate.
- Terminal Map: It’s always good practice to get a lay of the land and that’s why you’ll want to take a look at ABQ’s terminal map. Not only will you be able to locate your airline beforehand, you’ll also see what restaurants and different shops are at the airport.
- News: Frequent visitors to ABQ may want to follow the official Twitter page for the latest updates and goings-on.
- Traffic Report: Before leaving the house, you should always get a feel for how traffic is. Look no further than Google Maps which will also help you find alternate routes to the airport should there be congestion. You can also refer to KRQE for current conditions.
- TSA Guidelines: It has happened to us all before; you get to the airport and you get held up at security because you’ve mistakenly brought a banned item. Save yourself valuable time and make sure you’ve checked the latest TSA guidelines before getting to the airport.
- Security Wait Times: Speaking of security, be sure to view the security wait timesbefore leaving the house as you never know when there will be lengthy lines.
Where to Visit in Albuquerque
Now that we’ve got you covered on getting to and from the airport, here are a few places that will make your trip to Albuquerque worthwhile:
- Old Town Albuquerque: If you’re looking to get a glimpse of of how Albuquerque looked in the 18th and 19th centuries, look no further than Old Town. Comprised of about ten blocks, visitors can see historic adobe buildings and the San Felipe de Neri Churchthat was built in 1793. Additionally, there are plenty of restaurants, shops, museums, and art galleries that will immerse you into the culture and life of Albuquerque.
- KiMo Theatre: Who knew there was such a thing as Pueblo Art Deco? That’s just what you’ll find at the iconic KiMO Theatre, a performance venue that counts adobe and art-deco styles in it’s architectural ingredients. Built in 1927, the theater is still active today making it the perfect place to catch an old film, play, or a concert.
- Frontier Restaurant: A staple of New Mexican cuisine, the Frontier Restaurant has been slinging some of the best food in Albuquerque since the 70s. The famous University of New Mexico outpost has been featured on Man V. Food in recent years and, oddly enough, has several loving portraits of John Wayne adorning their walls. If their enticing menu leaves you dumbfounded, go with the green chile cheeseburger or the green chile stew. And don’t forget their heavenly sweet rolls, which are to die for.
Claire