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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Rio Rancho has to offer.

When to visit Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 138
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rio Rancho in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 138
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 Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 8h 01m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rio Rancho. The train journey from Rio Rancho to Topeka takes 15h 50m and costs around C$ 92 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Los Angeles, expect to pay about C$ 96 for a 16h 18m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rio Rancho is to pick up a car rental from Albuquerque, which is about 17 km from Rio Rancho. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Albuquerque.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rio Rancho, including FlixBus, Busbud and Bus. From Phoenix, the bus ride to Rio Rancho takes 805 km and will cost you around C$ 130. From Denver, the ticket costs about C$ 139 for a journey of 853 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 Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 8h 01m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rio Rancho. The train journey from Rio Rancho to Topeka takes 15h 50m and costs around C$ 92 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Los Angeles, expect to pay about C$ 96 for a 16h 18m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rio Rancho is to pick up a car rental from Albuquerque, which is about 17 km from Rio Rancho. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Albuquerque.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rio Rancho, including FlixBus, Busbud and Bus. From Phoenix, the bus ride to Rio Rancho takes 805 km and will cost you around C$ 130. From Denver, the ticket costs about C$ 139 for a journey of 853 km.

Airports near Rio Rancho

Airlines serving Rio Rancho

Lufthansa
Good (4,630 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,467 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,605 reviews)
Air France
Good (977 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,553 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,935 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,483 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,749 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,535 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,604 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,532 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (778 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (775 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (462 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 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 (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 226+
Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque North/Rio Rancho
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 222+
Baymont by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 159+
Isleta Resort & Casino
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 212+
Days Inn by Wyndham Rio Rancho
2 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
C$ 131+
Quality Inn Rio Rancho
2 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
C$ 139+

Renting a car in Rio Rancho

Expect to pay C$ 1.43 per litre in Rio Rancho (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 17.13 and C$ 22.83. The most frequently booked car type in Rio Rancho is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.43 per litre in Rio Rancho (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 17.13 and C$ 22.83. The most frequently booked car type in Rio Rancho is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.