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$90+ Cheap flights from Houston to El Paso (ELP)

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HOU — ELP
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Houston to El Paso are usually found in April or May, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday 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 February 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$101
(Frontier)

One-way from

$90
(CheapOair)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$416
From Houston to El Paso
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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 February 22, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/1310:21 pmIAH - ELP
1 stop23h 21mFrontier
Mon 3/179:42 pmELP - IAH
1 stop12h 25mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$101
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Thu 3/138:10 amHOU - ELP
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Mon 3/1712:35 pmELP - HOU
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 2/21$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Thu 4/39:55 pmIAH - ELP
Nonstop2h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/712:05 pmELP - IAH
Nonstop2h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$238
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 4/86:31 pmHOU - ELP
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/157:02 pmELP - HOU
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$259
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/2110:36 amHOU - ELP
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Sun 3/237:50 pmELP - HOU
1 stop12h 46mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$260
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/178:14 pmIAH - ELP
1 stop4h 22mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/247:02 pmELP - IAH
1 stop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/62:57 pmHOU - ELP
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Fri 3/76:10 amELP - HOU
1 stop7h 02mDelta
Deal found 2/21$1,901

Find flights from Houston to El Paso within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to El Paso that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

Fly from

Houston

Fly to

El Paso

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/13

10:21 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop23h 21m

El Paso

Mon 3/17

9:42 pm-11:07 am

1 stop12h 25m

$101

HoustonEl Paso

HOU - ELP

HOUELP

Houston Hobby

Thu 3/13

8:10 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 05m

El Paso

Mon 3/17

12:35 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$237

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/3

9:55 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

El Paso

Mon 4/7

12:05 pm-3:06 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$238

HoustonEl Paso

HOU - ELP

HOUELP

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/8

6:31 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop4h 50m

El Paso

Tue 4/15

7:02 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop3h 54m

$259

HoustonEl Paso

HOU - ELP

HOUELP

Houston Hobby

Fri 3/21

10:36 am-6:50 pm

1 stop9h 14m

El Paso

Sun 3/23

7:50 pm-9:36 am

1 stop12h 46m

$260

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/17

8:14 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop4h 22m

El Paso

Mon 3/24

7:02 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$278

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-6:18 pm

2 stops13h 18m

El Paso

Tue 5/13

6:58 pm-12:49 pm

2 stops16h 51m

$758

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 3/21

4:30 pm-5:47 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

El Paso

Sun 3/23

7:07 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop27h 52m

$760

HoustonEl Paso

HOU - ELP

HOUELP

Houston Hobby

Thu 3/6

2:57 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 18m

El Paso

Fri 3/7

6:10 am-2:12 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$1,901

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 3/7

3:58 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop6h 17m

El Paso

Fri 3/14

6:00 am-1:43 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$1,936

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to El Paso

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to El Paso

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Houston to El Paso including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to El Paso, you should look to book at least 26 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 $443). 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 February 22, 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 afternoon could potentially save you up to 21% 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 Tuesday evenings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Houston to El Paso

Explore weekly flight availability from Houston to El Paso. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

The most flights from HO1 to ELP are scheduled on a Thursday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 February 22, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,702 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

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 3 inbound flights from Houston per day.

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

    Frontier, at $101, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston to El Paso.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and United Airlines. These flights start at 70% 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 $90 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $119 and Southwest from $119 one-way.

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

    While on average a flight from Houston to El Paso is generally $309, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $237. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - El Paso), you can expect to pay $186 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 $443). 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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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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$98Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$190Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$207Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$240Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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