Las Cruces International Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 50m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Las Cruces International Airport
Las Cruces International Airport is a city-owned, public airport nine miles west of the central business district of Las Cruces, in Doña Ana County, New Mexico. It is in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2019–23 which categorized it as a regional general aviation facility.
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Live weather
KLRUNOTAMs
KLRUReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 7,506 ft / 2,288 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 04 / 22 | 7,501 ft / 2,286 m | 105 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 08 / 26 | 6,069 ft / 1,850 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 119.025 MHz |
| CNTR | ALBUQUERQUE CNTR | 128.200 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.700 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 6 of 6 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 21% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 98% | 4,208 ft | |
| Feb | 97% | 4,674 ft | |
| Mar | 98% | 5,186 ft | |
| Apr | 99% | 5,792 ft | |
| May | 99% | 6,325 ft | |
| Jun | 98% | 6,870 ft | |
| Jul | 99% | 6,792 ft | |
| Aug | 99% | 6,688 ft | |
| Sep | 99% | 6,254 ft | |
| Oct | 97% | 5,608 ft | |
| Nov | 98% | 4,713 ft | |
| Dec | 98% | 4,370 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~4,208–6,870 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Las Cruces International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Las Cruces International Airport?
The ICAO code for Las Cruces International Airport is KLRU, and its IATA code is LRU.
Where is Las Cruces International Airport located?
Las Cruces International Airport is medium airport located in Las Cruces, United States, at an elevation of 4,456 ft (1,358 m).
How many runways does Las Cruces International Airport have?
Las Cruces International Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 7,506 ft / 2,288 m.
What time zone is Las Cruces International Airport in?
Las Cruces International Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Las Cruces International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Las Cruces International Airport is approximately 7.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Las Cruces International Airport?
The nearest airport to Las Cruces International Airport is Solo Ranch Airport (NM08), about 24 nm to the w, followed by Hatch Municipal Airport and Cielo Dorado Estates Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Las Cruces International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.