Monterrey to Las Cruces flights
Las Cruces lies 968 km (602 mi) north-west of Monterrey, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 59 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.
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| Monterrey | Las Cruces | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Population | 1.1 million | 101,643 |
| Elevation | 560 m (1,837 ft) | 1,189 m (3,901 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Monterrey) | UTC-6 (America/Denver) |
| Nearest large airport | MTY, 24 km out | ELP, 68 km out |
| Postal codes | 21913–95858 | 88001–88013 |
What changes when you arrive in Las Cruces
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 Monterrey
Monterrey is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Monterrey International Airport (MTY), 24 km (15 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Plan de Guadalupe International Airport (SLW, 63 km).
Arriving in Las Cruces
Las Cruces is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is El Paso International Airport (ELP), 68 km (42 mi) from the centre, whose 12,020-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Abraham González International Airport (CJS, 82 km), Las Cruces International Airport (LRU, 14 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Paso International Airport | ELP | 68 km (42 mi) | 12,020 ft | 3,959 ft |
| Abraham González International Airport | CJS | 82 km (51 mi) | 8,858 ft | 3,904 ft |
| Las Cruces International Airport (regional) | LRU | 14 km (9 mi) | 7,506 ft | 4,456 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Las Cruces from Monterrey?
968 km (602 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Monterrey.
How long does it take to get from Monterrey to Las Cruces by air?
About 1 h 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Monterrey and Las Cruces?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Monterrey to Las Cruces flights?
Typically Monterrey International Airport (MTY) to El Paso International Airport (ELP); Las Cruces also has CJS, LRU.
What currency do I need in Las Cruces?
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.