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$115+ Cheap flights from Houston to El Paso (ELP)

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HOU — ELP
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheapflights Tip: 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 March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$238
(Frontier)

One-way from

$126
(CheapOair)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$355
From Houston to El Paso
One-way flight from Houston to El Paso
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 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 March 28, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/239:45 pmHOU - ELP
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Wed 4/3012:00 pmELP - HOU
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$237
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 4/96:00 amIAH - ELP
1 stop7h 23mFrontier
Thu 4/109:30 pmELP - IAH
1 stop12h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$238
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/410:36 amHOU - ELP
1 stop26h 47mFrontier
Sun 4/612:58 pmELP - HOU
1 stop19h 34mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/236:00 amIAH - ELP
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/302:51 pmELP - IAH
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/238:16 pmHOU - ELP
1 stop4h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/308:02 amELP - HOU
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/247:50 pmIAH - ELP
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/2712:05 pmELP - IAH
Nonstop2h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$263
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 4/32:17 pmIAH - ELP
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/236:58 pmELP - IAH
1 stop28h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$695
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 5/275:54 pmIAH - ELP
2 stops25h 26mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/297:09 pmELP - IAH
1 stop10h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$713

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

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El Paso

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Depart

Return

Price

HoustonEl Paso

HOU - ELP

HOUELP

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/23

9:45 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

El Paso

Wed 4/30

12:00 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$237

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/9

6:00 am-12:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

El Paso

Thu 4/10

9:30 pm-11:09 am

1 stop12h 39m

$238

HoustonEl Paso

HOU - ELP

HOUELP

Houston Hobby

Fri 4/4

10:36 am-12:23 pm

1 stop26h 47m

El Paso

Sun 4/6

12:58 pm-9:32 am

1 stop19h 34m

$240

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/23

6:26 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop4h 55m

El Paso

Wed 4/30

7:02 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop3h 41m

$257

HoustonEl Paso

HOU - ELP

HOUELP

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/23

8:16 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop4h 14m

El Paso

Wed 4/30

8:02 am-1:39 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$257

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/24

7:50 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

El Paso

Sun 4/27

12:05 pm-3:06 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$263

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/27

5:54 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops25h 26m

El Paso

Thu 5/29

7:09 pm-6:20 am

1 stop10h 11m

$713

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/9

9:30 am-10:29 pm

2 stops13h 59m

El Paso

Thu 4/10

7:07 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop27h 52m

$1,138

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/24

4:40 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$115

HoustonEl Paso

IAH - ELP

IAHELP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/4

6:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$118

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to El Paso

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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 March 21, 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 $431). 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 March 28, 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 March 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines 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.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

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 $238, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston to El Paso.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. These flights start at 29% 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 $126 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $129 and United Airlines from $130 one-way.

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

    While on average a flight from Houston to El Paso is generally $217, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $104. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - El Paso), you can expect to pay $229 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 $431). 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$98Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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