Footlongs here travel better than most hot food at BOI
This Subway sits in the Main terminal at Boise Airport, past security, and it’s the go-to spot for grabbing a sandwich to eat at the gate or on board. It’s the usual $ price tier for the airport, a bit higher than city Subways but still cheaper than many BOI counters. Rating hovers around a 3, which lines up with “it’s fine, it’s Subway” expectations rather than anything special.
Hours track typical flight banks in the Main terminal, opening early enough for morning departures and running into the evening rush; expect it to be open for most flights between roughly 6 a.m. and 8 p.m., but not for late-night stragglers. Customization is the standard Subway setup: pick your bread, meats, cheese, and toppings. That predictability helps families and picky eaters dial in something they’ll actually eat at 30,000 feet.
Pricing runs above in-town stores, with a footlong and drink easily landing over $15 after airport markup, but still under many BOI hot options that can hit $18–$20. Several regulars mention they grab a simple turkey or Italian B.M.T. footlong here and take it to the gate instead of sitting in the cramped service area. Cold subs hold up on a two- to three-hour flight way better than greasy fries or a messy burrito from elsewhere in the Main terminal.
Watch out for late-afternoon stock issues; reviewers note that certain breads or toppings sometimes run out after 4 p.m., which can limit choices. The counter space is tight, and when three or four people order at once, it gets noisy and feels jammed. To keep the line moving, frequent flyers stick to straightforward builds: one meat, one cheese, basic veggies, no elaborate sauces. Tip: order it to go, ask them to cut the footlong into halves, and grab extra napkins so you’re set for the flight without juggling a messy sandwich mid-boarding.