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$54+ Cheap flights from El Paso to San Francisco (ELP - SFO)

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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ELP — SFO
Feb 2 — Feb 91
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The best prices from El Paso to San Francisco are usually found in October or May, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from El Paso to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from El Paso (ELP) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 January 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$110
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$54
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$316
Provider with most accurate pricing for El Paso-San Francisco flight deals.
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From El Paso to San Francisco
One-way flight from El Paso to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from El Paso to San Francisco
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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/248:50 pmELP - SFO
1 stop20h 44mFrontier
Fri 2/288:10 pmSFO - ELP
1 stop21h 26mFrontier
Deal found 1/27$110
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/247:07 pmELP - SFO
2 stops14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/286:00 amSFO - ELP
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$361
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 6/207:00 amELP - SFO
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/239:32 amSFO - ELP
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/27$397
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Mon 2/246:15 amELP - SFO
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Fri 2/281:55 pmSFO - ELP
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 1/27$428
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/147:00 amELP - SFO
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/1412:08 amSFO - ELP
1 stop21h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/28$525
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/77:07 pmELP - SFO
2 stops14h 45mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/106:00 amSFO - ELP
1 stop11h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/28$555
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 6/206:00 amELP - SFO
2 stops15h 31mDelta
Sat 6/2112:40 amSFO - ELP
2 stops10h 47mDelta
Deal found 1/27$1,158

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ELP - SFO

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El Paso

Mon 2/24

8:50 pm-4:34 pm

1 stop20h 44m

San Francisco

Fri 2/28

8:10 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop21h 26m

$110

El PasoSan Francisco

ELP - SFO

ELPSFO

El Paso

Mon 2/24

7:07 pm-8:52 am

2 stops14h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 2/28

6:00 am-6:50 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$361

El PasoSan Francisco

ELP - SFO

ELPSFO

El Paso

Fri 6/20

7:00 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 32m

San Francisco

Mon 6/23

9:32 am-4:41 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$397

El PasoSan Francisco

ELP - SFO

ELPSFO

El Paso

Mon 2/24

6:15 am-1:40 pm

2 stops8h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 2/28

1:55 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$428

El PasoSan Francisco

ELP - SFO

ELPSFO

El Paso

Mon 4/14

7:00 am-1:31 pm

1 stop7h 31m

San Francisco

Mon 4/14

12:08 am-10:18 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$525

El PasoSan Francisco

ELP - SFO

ELPSFO

El Paso

Fri 3/7

7:07 pm-8:52 am

2 stops14h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

6:00 am-6:27 pm

1 stop11h 27m

$555

El PasoSan Francisco

ELP - SFO

ELPSFO

El Paso

Fri 6/20

6:00 am-8:31 pm

2 stops15h 31m

San Francisco

Sat 6/21

12:40 am-12:27 pm

2 stops10h 47m

$1,158

El PasoSan Francisco

ELP - SFO

ELPSFO

El Paso

Tue 4/15

7:50 pm-12:44 am

1 stop5h 54m

$54

El PasoSan Francisco

ELP - SFO

ELPSFO

El Paso

Tue 4/15

2:20 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$159

El PasoSan Francisco

ELP - SFO

ELPSFO

El Paso

Thu 3/6

6:32 am-7:05 pm

2 stops13h 33m

$273

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from El Paso to San Francisco in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on El Paso-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on El Paso-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from El Paso-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on El Paso-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for El Paso-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from El Paso to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from El Paso to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from El Paso to San Francisco is 34 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Paso to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from El Paso to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 ELP to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from El Paso to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 28, 2025.

When flying from El Paso to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 51% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated January 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from El Paso to San Francisco have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from El Paso to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from El Paso to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $110. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $397 and $428, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 65% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $54. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from El Paso to San Francisco for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from El Paso to San Francisco 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 El Paso to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Paso to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from El Paso to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 El Paso to San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from El Paso to San Francisco. 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 January 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$100Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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