Phoenix to Las Cruces flights
Las Cruces lies 510 km (317 mi) east of Phoenix, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 24 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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| Phoenix | Las Cruces | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.7 million | 101,643 |
| Elevation | 366 m (1,201 ft) | 1,189 m (3,901 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-6 (America/Denver) |
| Nearest large airport | PHX, 6 km out | ELP, 68 km out |
| Postal codes | 85001–85098 | 88001–88013 |
Clocks in Las Cruces are 1 h ahead of Phoenix right now, so a 1 h 24 min journey lands 2 h 24 min later by the destination clock.
Airports at each end
Leaving Phoenix
Phoenix is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 11,489-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA, 42 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 Phoenix?
510 km (317 mi) in a straight line, east of Phoenix.
How long does it take to get from Phoenix to Las Cruces by air?
About 1 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Phoenix and Las Cruces?
Las Cruces is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/Denver against America/Phoenix).
Which airports are used for Phoenix to Las Cruces flights?
Typically Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to El Paso International Airport (ELP); Las Cruces also has CJS, LRU.
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.