Phoenix to Piedras Negras flights
Piedras Negras lies 1,219 km (758 mi) south-east of Phoenix, +2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 19 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 | Piedras Negras | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Population | 1.7 million | 150,178 |
| Elevation | 366 m (1,201 ft) | 223 m (732 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-5 (America/Matamoros) |
| Nearest large airport | PHX, 6 km out | PDS, 8 km out |
| Postal codes | 85001–85098 | 20956–95226 |
Clocks in Piedras Negras are 2 h ahead of Phoenix right now, so a 2 h 19 min journey lands 4 h 19 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Piedras Negras
Crossing from United States into Mexico: money changes from the Dollar to the Peso (MXN); the dialling code becomes +52; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
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 Piedras Negras
Piedras Negras is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Piedras Negras International Airport (PDS), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,655 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piedras Negras International Airport (regional) | PDS | 8 km (5 mi) | 6,655 ft | 901 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Piedras Negras from Phoenix?
1,219 km (758 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Phoenix.
How long does it take to get from Phoenix to Piedras Negras by air?
About 2 h 19 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 Piedras Negras?
Piedras Negras is 2 h ahead at the moment (America/Matamoros against America/Phoenix).
Which airports are used for Phoenix to Piedras Negras flights?
Typically Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Piedras Negras International Airport (PDS).
What currency do I need in Piedras Negras?
The Peso (MXN).
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.