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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 14 days in order to fully appreciate everything Rio Rancho has to offer.

When to visit Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 133
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rio Rancho in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 133
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 7h 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 C$ 104 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Los Angeles, expect to pay about C$ 95 for a 16h 33m 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 Ace and Sixt, among others, in Albuquerque.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes to Rio Rancho. From Denver, the bus ride to Rio Rancho takes 853 km and will cost you around C$ 134. From Dallas, the ticket costs about C$ 318 for a journey of 1473 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 7h 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 C$ 104 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Los Angeles, expect to pay about C$ 95 for a 16h 33m 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 Ace and Sixt, among others, in Albuquerque.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes to Rio Rancho. From Denver, the bus ride to Rio Rancho takes 853 km and will cost you around C$ 134. From Dallas, the ticket costs about C$ 318 for a journey of 1473 km.

Airports near Rio Rancho

ABQAlbuquerque
SAFSanta Fe

Airlines serving Rio Rancho

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,251 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,924 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,963 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 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

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Isleta Resort & Casino
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 155+
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Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque North Rio Rancho
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 229+
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Baymont by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 144+
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Sandia Resort And Casino
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 455+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Rio Rancho
2 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 137+
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Extended Stay America Suites - Albuquerque - Rio Rancho Blvd
2 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
C$ 128+
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Renting a car in Rio Rancho

Expect to pay C$ 1.25 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$ 14.93 and C$ 19.90. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Rio Rancho, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 1.25 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$ 14.93 and C$ 19.90. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Rio Rancho, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

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