Ciudad Juárez to Thornton flights
Thornton lies 916 km (569 mi) north of Ciudad Juárez, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 55 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Ciudad Juárez | Thornton | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Population | 1.5 million | 133,451 |
| Elevation | 1,124 m (3,688 ft) | 1,635 m (5,364 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Ciudad_Juarez) | UTC-6 (America/Denver) |
| Nearest large airport | CJS, 10 km out | DEN, 25 km out |
| Postal codes | 35180 | 80241 |
What changes when you arrive in Thornton
Crossing from Mexico into United States: money changes from the Peso to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Ciudad Juárez
Ciudad Juárez is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Abraham González International Airport (CJS), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,858 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are El Paso International Airport (ELP, 13 km), Las Cruces International Airport (LRU, 77 km).
Arriving in Thornton
Thornton is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Denver International Airport (DEN), 25 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 16,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC, 13 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver International Airport | DEN | 25 km (16 mi) | 16,000 ft | 5,431 ft |
| Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (regional) | BJC | 13 km (8 mi) | 9,000 ft | 5,673 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Thornton from Ciudad Juárez?
916 km (569 mi) in a straight line, north of Ciudad Juárez.
How long does it take to get from Ciudad Juárez to Thornton by air?
About 1 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ciudad Juárez and Thornton?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ciudad Juárez to Thornton flights?
Typically Abraham González International Airport (CJS) to Denver International Airport (DEN); Thornton also has BJC.
What currency do I need in Thornton?
The Dollar (USD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.