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
S$ 118
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rio Rancho in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 118
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. The shortest flight to Rio Rancho from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 28h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rio Rancho. The train journey from Rio Rancho to Fullerton takes 15h 57m and costs around S$ 98 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Los Angeles, expect to pay about S$ 90 for a 16h 33m trip.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Rio Rancho using Greyhound or FlixBus. From El Paso, the bus ride to Rio Rancho takes 370 km and will cost you around S$ 135. From Phoenix, the ticket costs about S$ 70 for a journey of 958 km.

Plane

When flying to Rio Rancho, you’ll arrive at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ), which is located 22 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Rio Rancho from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 28h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rio Rancho. The train journey from Rio Rancho to Fullerton takes 15h 57m and costs around S$ 98 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Los Angeles, expect to pay about S$ 90 for a 16h 33m trip.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Rio Rancho using Greyhound or FlixBus. From El Paso, the bus ride to Rio Rancho takes 370 km and will cost you around S$ 135. From Phoenix, the ticket costs about S$ 70 for a journey of 958 km.

Airports near Rio Rancho

ABQAlbuquerque
SAFSanta Fe

Airlines serving Rio Rancho

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,572 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,521 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,043 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,784 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,017 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,012 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,662 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,409 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,487 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,450 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,296 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,287 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,401 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,907 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,876 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,004 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

Drury Inn & Suites Albuquerque North
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 165+
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Sandia Resort And Casino
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 260+
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Isleta Resort & Casino
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 129+
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Baymont by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 118+
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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Albuquerque Midtown
3 stars
Okay (5.2, Okay reviews)
S$ 60+
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Hiring a car in Rio Rancho

Expect to pay S$ 1.18 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 S$ 14.05 and S$ 18.73. 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 Premium car hire (RAM Pickup or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.18 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 S$ 14.05 and S$ 18.73. 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 Premium car hire (RAM Pickup or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.