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 January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 116
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rio Rancho in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 116
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 24h 44m.

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 S$ 104 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about S$ 155 for a 25h 29m trip.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Rio Rancho using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Denver, the bus ride to Rio Rancho takes 869 km and will cost you around S$ 67. From Las Vegas, the ticket costs about S$ 236 for a journey of 1199 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 24h 44m.

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 S$ 104 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about S$ 155 for a 25h 29m trip.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Rio Rancho using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Denver, the bus ride to Rio Rancho takes 869 km and will cost you around S$ 67. From Las Vegas, the ticket costs about S$ 236 for a journey of 1199 km.

Airports near Rio Rancho

ABQAlbuquerque
SAFSanta Fe

Airlines serving Rio Rancho

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,736 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,690 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,086 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,200 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,094 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,190 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,719 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,524 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,644 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,660 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,353 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,434 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,768 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,890 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,077 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,688 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$ 158+
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Sandia Resort And Casino
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 275+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 171+
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Arrive Albuquerque
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 119+
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Best Western Airport Albuquerque Inn Suites Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 109+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albuquerque North
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
S$ 54+
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Hiring a car in Rio Rancho

Expect to pay S$ 1.07 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$ 12.79 and S$ 17.05. 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 Full-size car hire (Nissan Altima or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.07 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$ 12.79 and S$ 17.05. 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 Full-size car hire (Nissan Altima or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.