Airport Comparison
| EWR | LRU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Newark Liberty International Airport | Las Cruces International Airport |
| IATA Code | EWR | LRU |
| ICAO Code | KEWR | KLRU |
| City | Newark | Las Cruces |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 17 ft | 4,457 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.690000, -74.170000 | 32.290000, -106.920000 |
Newark (EWR) to Las Cruces (LRU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Las Cruces International Airport (LRU) in Las Cruces, United States is 3,053 kilometers (1,897 miles / 1,648 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 263°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 17:55 in Newark, it's 15:55 in Las Cruces.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,440 feet between the two airports. Las Cruces International Airport sits higher than Newark Liberty International Airport.
The return flight from Las Cruces (LRU) to Newark (EWR) follows a heading of 63° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Las Cruces International Airport (LRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.