$104 Cheap Flights from El Paso (ELP) to Houston (IAH)

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Cheap Flights from El Paso to Houston (ELP-IAH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $104 for one-way flights and $208 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Oct 18 - Wed, Nov 5
ELP
El Paso
IAH
Houston
$208 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from El Paso to Houston, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $208 found 2 hours ago
United
Tue, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 18
ELP
El Paso
IAH
Houston
$213 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from El Paso to Houston, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $213 found 12 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 20
ELP
El Paso
IAH
Houston
$214 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$214
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from El Paso to Houston, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $214 found 1 day ago
United
Mon, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 8
ELP
El Paso
IAH
Houston
$216 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$216
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from El Paso to Houston, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $216 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 14
ELP
El Paso
IAH
Houston
$218 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$218
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from El Paso to Houston, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $218 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 2
ELP
El Paso
IAH
Houston
$220 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$220
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from El Paso to Houston, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $220 found 21 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Aug 9 - Sat, Nov 1
ELP
El Paso
IAH
Houston
$220 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$220
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 9 from El Paso to Houston, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $220 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 17
ELP
El Paso
IAH
Houston
$223 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$223
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from El Paso to Houston, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $223 found 5 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 4
ELP
El Paso
IAH
Houston
$502 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$502
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from El Paso to Houston, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $502 found 5 days ago
Delta
Sat, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 11
ELP
El Paso
IAH
Houston
$545 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$545
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Nov 8 from El Paso to Houston, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $545 found 4 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from El Paso (ELP) to Houston (IAH)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $117 - $579 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Houston

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to George Bush Intercontinental IAH. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 24 minutes. Flights from $248
IAH
George Bush Intercontinental
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center24 min
Flights from $248
Flights from El Paso (ELP) to Houston (IAH)
Origin airport
El Paso Intl.
Destination airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$208
Distance
666 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 8 mins

El Paso to Houston Flights

The cheapest times to fly from El Paso to Houston

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from El Paso to Houston are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from El Paso to Houston with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from El Paso to Houston

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from El Paso to Houston: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from El Paso to Houston

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from El Paso to Houston in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $104 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap El Paso to Houston flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your El Paso to Houston airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from ELP to IAH by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ELP to IAH?
The cheapest flights from ELP to IAH are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
When jetting out of El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP), you can get on a nonstop flight to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ELP to IAH?
Right now, the cheapest airline offering one-way flights from ELP to IAH is United. You can book a seat on this route from $106. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ELP on October 11 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
With, on average, 5 nonstop flights departing from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) every day, you'll be jetting off in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
More people fly between ELP and IAH at 5 AM than at any other point in the day. Looking to skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and it's possible you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ELP to IAH?
Friday has the most flights from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP)'s first flight to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is at approximately 5:30AM UTC-7. With a total journey time of 1h 55m, you'll touch down at around 8:25AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
Flights from ELP to IAH have an average travel time of 1 hour and 56 minutes. The distance between the two is 670 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ELP to IAH?
With 81% of journeys generally landing on time, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
To avoid possible delays on the El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Departures after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Houston from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP)?
You'll touch down at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when you travel to Houston on a direct flight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) last-minute?
Booking your flight from ELP to IAH right before your journey is generally more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your departure dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ELP to IAH flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing an ELP to IAH flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one convenient place. After selecting your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras such as tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
In most instances, you can cancel or reschedule your ELP to IAH flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you need further details, head to our Customer Service portal.

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