Cheap Flights from Richmond to Albuquerque
Cheap Flights from Richmond to Albuquerque
Looking for cheap flights from Richmond to Albuquerque? PointsYeah scans award availability across major airline and bank transfer programs in one place, so travelers can compare the lowest points and cash routes faster. Instead of searching each airline separately, users can see pricing from programs like Chase, Amex, Capital One, Citi, and Bilt side by side.
Award prices from Richmond to Albuquerque vary by season, cabin, and date, but available award flights can start around 12,500–17,500 points one way, with premium cabins available at higher mileage levels. The live search above allows filtering by cabin, airline, stops, or maximum points to find the best award flights from Richmond to Albuquerque for specific travel dates.
2026-11-17
RIC - ABQ
Economy | 1 Stop | 9+ left
From 12,500 Pts + $125
2026-11-18
RIC - ABQ
Economy | 1 Stop | 7 left
From 12,500 Pts + $125
2026-11-17
RIC - ABQ
Economy | 1 Stop
From 15,000 Pts + $5.6
2026-11-18
RIC - ABQ
Economy | 1 Stop | 7 left
From 15,000 Pts + $5.6
2026-11-16
RIC - ABQ
Economy | 1 Stop
From 17,500 Pts + $5.6
2026-11-17
RIC - ABQ
Economy | 1 Stop | 9+ left
From 17,500 Pts + $33.5
Richmond to Albuquerque flight facts
Distance
1,634 mi
2,629 km in a straight line
Estimated flight time
about 3h 45m
In the air, for the straight-line distance
Time difference
−2h
Albuquerque is 2 hours behind Richmond.
Airports in Richmond
RIC · Richmond Intl
Airports in Albuquerque
ABQ · Albuquerque Intl Sunport
Nearby airport alternatives
Flights Charlottesville VA - Albuquerque · Charlottesville VA is 76 mi from Richmond
Flights Washington - Albuquerque · Washington is 96 mi from Richmond
Flights Baltimore - Albuquerque · Baltimore is 121 mi from Richmond
Flights Raleigh-durham - Albuquerque · Raleigh-durham is 139 mi from Richmond
Premium cabin flights from Richmond to Albuquerque
Premium cabin
2026-11-17
RIC - ABQ
First | 1 Stop
From 28,000 Pts + $5.6
Premium cabin
2026-11-18
RIC - ABQ
First | 1 Stop
From 28,000 Pts + $5.6
Premium cabin
2026-11-19
RIC - ABQ
First | 1 Stop | 3 left
From 34,000 Pts + $11.2
Premium cabin
2026-11-16
RIC - ABQ
First | 1 Stop | 1 left
From 35,000 Pts + $25.6
Premium cabin
2026-11-17
RIC - ABQ
First | 1 Stop | 2 left
From 35,000 Pts + $25.6
Premium cabin
2026-11-18
RIC - ABQ
First | 1 Stop | 2 left
From 35,000 Pts + $25.6
Selected hotels for your next stay
Santa Ana Pueblo (United States)
Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa
From 12,000 Pts or $253
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest route from Richmond to Albuquerque depends on award space, transfer bonuses, and travel dates. PointsYeah compares bank and airline programs in one place so you can find the best points and cash combinations faster.
Yes. Transferable points from Chase, Amex, Capital One, Citi, and Bilt can often be moved to airline partners for flights from Richmond to Albuquerque.
Yes. Searching metro codes when available helps compare nearby airport combinations for flights from Richmond to Albuquerque.
Richmond and Albuquerque are about 1,634 miles (2,629 km) apart in a straight line.
Flying the 1,634-mile straight-line distance takes about 3h 45m in the air, estimated from typical cruising speed. Actual travel time depends on the routing; itineraries with connections take longer.
Albuquerque is 2 hours behind Richmond.
Departures from Richmond: Richmond Intl (RIC). Arrivals in Albuquerque: Albuquerque Intl Sunport (ABQ).
Travelers searching this route also look at other popular routes into Albuquerque, plus the return trip when we track it. Fares and award space change daily.
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