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Cheapest round-trip
$317
Typical prices: $420-$567
American Airlines
Wed 12/12Sat 12/15
RIC - ABQ • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$159
Typical prices: $223-$419
American Airlines
Fri 11/23
RIC - ABQ • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Albuquerque. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 15% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Baltimore/Washington (BWI)
Cheapest • Avg $461 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 5h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Albuquerque (RIC-ABQ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Albuquerque

Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
5:01 pm - 10:35 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:40 pm - 10:23 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$317American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Jan 11
American Airlines Logo
4:32 pm - 10:45 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
8h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:41 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$317American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Dec 16
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:56 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
8h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 4:10 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$317Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:50 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:40 pm - 10:23 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$317American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:31 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
8h 31m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 9:42 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 57m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$327United Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Dec 2
Delta Logo
10:56 am - 3:27 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:32 am - 8:33 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$363Delta
Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 1
Delta Logo
10:56 am - 3:27 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:32 am - 8:33 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$363Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:05 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
8h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:15 pm - 10:30 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$437United Airlines
Mon, Apr 12 - Tue, Apr 20
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 12:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
8h 25m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
3:20 pm - 12:05 amABQ  Albuquerque-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
$464Southwest
Tue, Apr 6 - Thu, Apr 15
Southwest Logo
12:20 pm - 6:25 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-ABQ Albuquerque
8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
12:20 pm - 11:25 pmABQ  Albuquerque-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 05m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington
$469Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Albuquerque flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Richmond to Albuquerque?

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Albuquerque typically range from $420 to $567. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $317, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Albuquerque?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Albuquerque. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Albuquerque?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Albuquerque at $424 round-trip.
•November ($546) and March ($542) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 28% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Richmond to Albuquerque the cheapest?

Flights from Richmond to Albuquerque are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Richmond to Albuquerque flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$159
Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 17% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Richmond to Albuquerque

When to book flights from Richmond to Albuquerque

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Richmond to Albuquerque based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Richmond to Albuquerque flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Richmond to Albuquerque?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Richmond to Albuquerque:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Richmond to Albuquerque?

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Albuquerque takes 00m, covering 1,632 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond to Albuquerque?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Richmond to Albuquerque flight?

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Albuquerque range from $420 to $567, with an average of $496 over the past 12 months. Anything below $420 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Richmond to Albuquerque flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 49% above the $496 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Richmond to Albuquerque changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $317 to $1,155. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Richmond to Albuquerque looking right now?

    One-way fares from Richmond to Albuquerque are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $222, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)?

    Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $59 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Ace
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Richmond to Albuquerque?

    Flights from Richmond to Albuquerque usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Albuquerque (ABQ).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Richmond to Albuquerque pass through?

    One-stop flights from Richmond to Albuquerque most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Richmond to Albuquerque?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Richmond to Albuquerque. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $442 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $543, a difference of $101.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Richmond to Albuquerque?

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 56m, compared with 6h 10m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 6h 37m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Richmond and Albuquerque?

    Albuquerque is 2 hours behind Richmond (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Albuquerque?

    Some of the most popular sights in Albuquerque are Albuquerque Convention Center, Petroglyph National Monument and ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. These are among the most viewed places in Albuquerque on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Richmond to Albuquerque flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $442, about $101 less than Monday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Albuquerque trip for August. Fares historically average $424 round-trip in that month - typically $122 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Albuquerque Airport.

    • Best Western Airport Albuquerque Inn Suites Hotel & Suites
    • Baymont by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport
    • Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport

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