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$119+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — ELP
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to El Paso

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$236
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$119
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$420

Good round-trip deal

$299 or less

Good one-way deal

$129 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to El Paso
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to El Paso. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/78:15 pmSTL - ELP
1 stop17h 20mFrontier
Sun 5/111:10 pmELP - STL
1 stop18h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$236
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Mon 4/146:40 amORD - ELP
1 stop6h 43mFrontier
Sat 4/199:17 pmELP - ORD
1 stop6h 44mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$245
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/146:45 amMDW - ELP
1 stop6h 38mFrontier
Fri 4/189:42 pmELP - MDW
1 stop6h 41mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$245
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.
Tue 5/207:46 pmORD - ELP
Nonstop3h 44mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/275:35 pmELP - ORD
1 stop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$247
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/275:30 amMDW - ELP
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Wed 6/41:10 pmELP - MDW
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$247
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/205:30 amORD - ELP
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Tue 5/276:00 amELP - ORD
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 3/26$257
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/276:00 amMDW - ELP
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Tue 6/31:00 pmELP - MDW
1 stop7h 27mDelta
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.
Sat 4/2611:50 amORD - ELP
Nonstop3h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/292:51 pmELP - ORD
Nonstop3h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$262
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.
Tue 5/612:40 pmORD - ELP
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Wed 5/76:15 amELP - ORD
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Mon 8/116:00 amSTL - ELP
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Sat 8/166:00 amELP - STL
1 stop5h 24mDelta
Deal found 3/28$352
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.
Mon 8/117:15 amSTL - ELP
2 stops7h 05mSouthwest
Sat 8/166:25 amELP - STL
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$357
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.
Fri 4/115:21 pmPIA - ELP
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/158:45 amELP - PIA
1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$369

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to El Paso that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

El Paso

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisEl Paso

STL - ELP

STLELP

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/7

8:15 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop17h 20m

El Paso

Sun 5/11

1:10 pm-9:09 am

1 stop18h 59m

$236

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/14

6:40 am-12:23 pm

1 stop6h 43m

El Paso

Sat 4/19

9:17 pm-5:01 am

1 stop6h 44m

$245

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/14

6:45 am-12:23 pm

1 stop6h 38m

El Paso

Fri 4/18

9:42 pm-5:23 am

1 stop6h 41m

$245

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/20

7:46 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

El Paso

Tue 5/27

5:35 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 38m

$247

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/27

5:30 am-9:15 am

1 stop4h 45m

El Paso

Wed 6/4

1:10 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$247

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/27

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

El Paso

Tue 6/3

1:00 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$257

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/26

11:50 am-2:09 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

El Paso

Tue 4/29

2:51 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

$262

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

12:40 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops9h 00m

El Paso

Wed 5/7

6:15 am-4:45 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$267

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/26

1:31 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop8h 59m

El Paso

Tue 4/29

6:05 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$282

St. LouisEl Paso

STL - ELP

STLELP

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 8/11

6:00 am-12:27 pm

1 stop7h 27m

El Paso

Sat 8/16

6:00 am-12:24 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$352

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to El Paso

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to El Paso (average of $322). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to ELP?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to El Paso as you normally would.

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, Delta and United Airlines from Illinois to El Paso by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

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.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,271 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

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 Illinois 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 Illinois?

    El Paso (ELP) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Illinois to El Paso. It is only a 7.2 mi journey from El Paso (ELP) to El Paso’s city center.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $119. Users have also found prices from $119 and $138 on Southwest and Frontier, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to El Paso?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - El Paso, Chicago Midway - El Paso or Lambert-St Louis - El Paso when deciding on the best route from Illinois to El Paso.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to El Paso?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Illinois to El Paso on time: Republic Airways (96%), United Airlines (91%), American Airlines (87%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $118. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - El Paso) can be booked for $237 on average our data indicates $487 when flying from Illinois to El Paso.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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 Illinois to El Paso?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to El Paso (average of $322). Flying from Illinois 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 5 airlines flying from Illinois to El Paso

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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$107Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$215Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$227Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$260Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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