Rio Rancho travel guide

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You're Going to Love Rio Rancho

With a population of 87,521, Rio Rancho is a must-see destination in New Mexico, United States.

When to visit Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho in August
Estimated hotel price
$162
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rio Rancho in August
Estimated hotel price
$162
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Rio Rancho

Plane

When flying to Rio Rancho, you’ll arrive at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ), which is located 14 miles from the city centre.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rio Rancho. The train journey from Rio Rancho to Los Angeles takes 16h 33m and costs around $106 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $228 for a 25h 29m trip.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes to Rio Rancho.

Plane

When flying to Rio Rancho, you’ll arrive at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ), which is located 14 miles from the city centre.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rio Rancho. The train journey from Rio Rancho to Los Angeles takes 16h 33m and costs around $106 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $228 for a 25h 29m trip.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes to Rio Rancho.

Airports near Rio Rancho

Airlines serving Rio Rancho

Lufthansa
Good (7,195 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,641 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,871 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,681 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,553 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,276 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,541 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,909 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,024 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,319 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,411 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,332 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,233 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,300 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,199 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,539 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (831 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,044 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rio Rancho

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn and Extended Stay America Suites - Albuquerque - Rio Rancho.

Where to stay in popular areas of Rio Rancho

Most booked hotels in Rio Rancho

Drury Inn & Suites Albuquerque North
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$260+
Isleta Resort & Casino
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$184+
Baymont by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$145+
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Albuquerque Midtown
3 stars
Okay (5.6, Okay reviews)
$103+
Motel 6-Albuquerque, Nm - South - Airport
2 stars
Okay (4.4, Okay reviews)
$81+

Hiring a car in Rio Rancho

Expect to pay $1.55 per litre in Rio Rancho (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.55 and $24.73. The most frequently booked car type in Rio Rancho is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 33% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.55 per litre in Rio Rancho (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.55 and $24.73. The most frequently booked car type in Rio Rancho is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 33% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.