Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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
$157
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rio Rancho in August
Estimated hotel price
$157
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 22 km 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 $120 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kansas City, expect to pay about $170 for a 17h 37m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rio Rancho, including Greyhound, Bus and FlixBus. From El Paso, the bus ride to Rio Rancho takes 370 km and will cost you around $88. From Denver, the ticket costs about $132 for a journey of 869 km.

Plane

When flying to Rio Rancho, you’ll arrive at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ), which is located 22 km 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 $120 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kansas City, expect to pay about $170 for a 17h 37m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rio Rancho, including Greyhound, Bus and FlixBus. From El Paso, the bus ride to Rio Rancho takes 370 km and will cost you around $88. From Denver, the ticket costs about $132 for a journey of 869 km.

Airports near Rio Rancho

ABQAlbuquerque
SAFSanta Fe

Airlines serving Rio Rancho

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,612 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,562 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,010 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,077 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,803 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,040 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,678 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,430 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,066 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,500 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,500 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,329 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,592 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,402 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,899 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,890 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,017 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rio Rancho

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

Where to stay in popular areas of Rio Rancho

Most booked hotels in Rio Rancho

Hotel Chaco
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$393+
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Sandia Resort And Casino
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
$305+
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Isleta Resort & Casino
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$189+
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Baymont by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$137+
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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Albuquerque Midtown
3 stars
Okay (5.2, Okay reviews)
$78+
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Hiring a car in Rio Rancho

Expect to pay $1.56 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 $18.72 and $24.96. 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 Premium car hire (RAM Pickup or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.56 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 $18.72 and $24.96. 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 Premium car hire (RAM Pickup or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.