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$246+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Albuquerque (RIC - ABQ)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — ABQ
Nov 21 — Nov 281
Fri 11/21
Fri 11/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Albuquerque are usually found in January or September, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Albuquerque. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 22, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/62:00 pmRIC - ABQ
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Sat 12/131:50 pmABQ - RIC
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 10/20$246
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:15 amRIC - ABQ
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Sat 12/132:01 pmABQ - RIC
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Deal found 10/20$377
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/156:10 amRIC - ABQ
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Sun 12/211:45 pmABQ - RIC
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 10/21$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1810:35 amRIC - ABQ
2 stops8h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/251:32 pmABQ - RIC
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$417
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/185:46 amRIC - ABQ
1 stop8h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/256:06 amABQ - RIC
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/21$471
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/154:39 pmRIC - ABQ
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/211:40 pmABQ - RIC
1 stop7h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$479

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Albuquerque

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Albuquerque (ABQ). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 22, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$246
(Southwest)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

$621
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Albuquerque that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 22, 2025.
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RichmondAlbuquerque

RIC - ABQ

RICABQ

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 12/6

2:00 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Albuquerque

Sat 12/13

1:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$246

RichmondAlbuquerque

RIC - ABQ

RICABQ

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/8

8:10 am-12:59 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Albuquerque

Mon 1/12

6:00 pm-10:01 am

2 stops14h 01m

$332

RichmondAlbuquerque

RIC - ABQ

RICABQ

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/3

8:10 am-12:59 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Albuquerque

Wed 3/4

7:05 am-3:14 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$347

RichmondAlbuquerque

RIC - ABQ

RICABQ

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/3

7:07 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Albuquerque

Wed 3/4

1:08 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$377

RichmondAlbuquerque

RIC - ABQ

RICABQ

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 12/9

12:36 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops12h 15m

Albuquerque

Sat 12/13

2:01 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$382

RichmondAlbuquerque

RIC - ABQ

RICABQ

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/3

10:25 am-8:51 pm

2 stops12h 26m

Albuquerque

Wed 3/4

8:00 am-10:11 pm

2 stops12h 11m

$407

RichmondAlbuquerque

RIC - ABQ

RICABQ

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/15

6:10 am-3:30 pm

2 stops11h 20m

Albuquerque

Sun 12/21

1:45 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$408

RichmondAlbuquerque

RIC - ABQ

RICABQ

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 11/18

10:35 am-5:10 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Albuquerque

Tue 11/25

1:32 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops7h 43m

$422

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Deals found on 10/20

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Albuquerque in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Albuquerque flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Albuquerque flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Albuquerque flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Albuquerque flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Richmond-Albuquerque flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Richmond to Albuquerque?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to Albuquerque. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Richmond to Albuquerque. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Albuquerque?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Albuquerque (average of $139). Flying from Richmond to Albuquerque in December is currently the most expensive (average of $274). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Richmond to Albuquerque?

Reviews of airlines servicing Albuquerque

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Albuquerque. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Albuquerque. Reviews last updated October 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Richmond to Albuquerque have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,988 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,029 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Albuquerque. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to Albuquerque?

    Airlines like Southwest and Delta fly from Richmond to Albuquerque in about 6h 49m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 21m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1632 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to Albuquerque round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Albuquerque, with prices starting at $303. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $331 and $350, respectively. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Albuquerque that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to Albuquerque flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Albuquerque?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to Albuquerque.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to Albuquerque?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Albuquerque by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Albuquerque?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Albuquerque (average of $139). Flying from Richmond to Albuquerque in December is currently the most expensive (average of $274). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Richmond to Albuquerque

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Albuquerque. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$331Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$350Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$359Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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