Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ): what you need to know
Leave enough time to catch your RIC to ABQ flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between RIC and ABQ:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
At the moment, £136 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £284. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from RIC to ABQ, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from RIC to ABQ is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
The address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Of the flights that depart from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), 77.63% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Richmond to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is approximately 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 2 hours 50 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to RIC? If you're catching an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ABQ instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Albuquerque International Sunport Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Budget or Hertz to explore Albuquerque and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to central Albuquerque
The street address for ABQ is 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is approximately 9 miles from central Albuquerque. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 55 minutes.
When to fly to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. October is the busiest month to visit Albuquerque. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Albuquerque, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIC to ABQ in January. Average temperatures are between -5ºC (23ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
El Paso is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Albuquerque. Around 230 miles away to the south, popular attractions include Franklin Mountains State Park, Wyler Aerial Tramway and Chamizal National Memorial.
Colorado Springs is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 280 miles north of Albuquerque. No journey is complete without a visit to US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
