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$106+ Cheap flights from Houston to El Paso (ELP)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — ELP
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to El Paso are usually found in May or October, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to El Paso

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to El Paso (ELP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$221
(Frontier)

One-way from

$106
(United Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$317
From Houston to El Paso
One-way flight from Houston to El Paso
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from Houston to El Paso

Cheapest flights from Houston to El Paso
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to El Paso. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/147:25 amHOU - ELP
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Wed 5/2112:00 pmELP - HOU
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$221
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/812:08 pmIAH - ELP
1 stop9h 31mFrontier
Mon 5/121:25 pmELP - IAH
1 stop9h 28mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$230
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/147:48 amIAH - ELP
1 stop3h 58mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/216:57 pmELP - IAH
1 stop3h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$231
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/99:55 pmIAH - ELP
Nonstop2h 04mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/118:05 amELP - IAH
Nonstop2h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/198:16 pmHOU - ELP
1 stop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/217:05 amELP - HOU
1 stop5h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$244
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1810:36 amHOU - ELP
1 stop26h 47mFrontier
Sun 4/2012:58 pmELP - HOU
1 stop19h 34mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$312
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/315:54 pmIAH - ELP
2 stops25h 26mAlaska Airlines
Sun 7/137:19 pmELP - IAH
1 stop10h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/15$683
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/222:17 pmIAH - ELP
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/226:58 pmELP - IAH
1 stop10h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$990

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to El Paso that are best for you.

Fly from

Houston

Fly to

El Paso

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/17

6:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop7h 36m

El Paso

Sat 5/24

1:25 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$221

HoustonEl Paso

HOU - ELP

HOUELP

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/14

7:25 am-11:20 am

1 stop4h 55m

El Paso

Wed 5/21

12:00 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$221

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/14

7:48 am-10:46 am

1 stop3h 58m

El Paso

Wed 5/21

6:57 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$231

HoustonEl Paso

HOU - ELP

HOUELP

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/19

8:16 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop4h 15m

El Paso

Wed 5/21

7:05 am-1:58 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$244

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 6/21

9:55 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

El Paso

Mon 6/23

5:35 pm-8:43 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

$250

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 6/14

6:00 am-6:39 pm

1 stop13h 39m

El Paso

Mon 6/16

7:19 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops20h 31m

$618

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 6/12

8:00 pm-9:03 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

El Paso

Sun 6/15

7:19 pm-6:20 am

1 stop10h 01m

$925

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/22

9:55 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$119

HoustonEl Paso

HOU - ELP

HOUELP

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/19

7:55 am-8:55 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$119

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 7/26

7:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$121

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to El Paso

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to El Paso from Houston with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to El Paso

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to El Paso?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to El Paso. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to El Paso, you should look to book at least 51 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to El Paso?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to El Paso (average of $322). Flying from Houston to El Paso in June is currently the most expensive (average of $427). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to ELP?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to El Paso. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston to El Paso is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to El Paso?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to El Paso. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to El Paso flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in El Paso by month

Plan your trip to El Paso by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in El Paso ranges from 0.2 - 1.6 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.6 in. April is typically the driest time to visit El Paso when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in El Paso by month

Plan your trip to El Paso by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to El Paso, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing El Paso

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to El Paso. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to El Paso. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Houston to El Paso by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to El Paso. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to El Paso from Houston?

    El Paso (ELP), located 7.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Houston to El Paso. 4 airlines have flights to El Paso from Houston on a regular basis. Booking flights from Houston to El Paso should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Houston per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston to El Paso round-trip?

    Frontier, at $221, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston to El Paso.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and American Airlines. These flights start at 35% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to El Paso one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $106 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $106 and Frontier from $107 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to El Paso?

    While on average a flight from Houston to El Paso is generally $259, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $105. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - El Paso), you can expect to pay $211 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to El Paso that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Houston to El Paso flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to El Paso?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Houston to El Paso.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to El Paso?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to El Paso by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to El Paso?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to El Paso (average of $322). Flying from Houston to El Paso in June is currently the most expensive (average of $427). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Alternative routes for Houston to El Paso

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Top 4 airlines flying from Houston to El Paso

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Houston to El Paso. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$98Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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