San Antonio to Ciudad Acuña flights
Ciudad Acuña lies 238 km (148 mi) west of San Antonio, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 3 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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| San Antonio | Ciudad Acuña | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Population | 1.5 million | 216,099 |
| Elevation | 202 m (663 ft) | 283 m (928 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Matamoros) |
| Nearest large airport | SAT, 12 km out | PDS, 87 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Ciudad Acuña
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 San Antonio
San Antonio is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is San Antonio International Airport (SAT), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,505 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Ciudad Acuña
Ciudad Acuña is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Piedras Negras International Airport (PDS), 87 km (54 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 | 87 km (54 mi) | 6,655 ft | 901 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ciudad Acuña from San Antonio?
238 km (148 mi) in a straight line, west of San Antonio.
How long does it take to get from San Antonio to Ciudad Acuña by air?
About 1 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between San Antonio and Ciudad Acuña?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for San Antonio to Ciudad Acuña flights?
Typically San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Piedras Negras International Airport (PDS).
What currency do I need in Ciudad Acuña?
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.