$83 Cheap Flights from El Paso (ELP) to San Diego (SAN)

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Cheap Flights from El Paso to San Diego (ELP-SAN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $83 for one-way flights and $165 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$165 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $165 found 5 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$177 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $177 found 5 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 4
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$180 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $180 found 21 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$183 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $183 found 5 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 14
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$183 Roundtrip, just found
$183
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $183 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 14
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$184 Roundtrip, just found
$184
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $184 just found
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 25
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$187 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $187 found 19 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 1
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$188 Roundtrip, just found
$188
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $188 just found
United
Wed, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 8
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$237 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $237 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 17
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$396 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$396
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $396 found 4 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from El Paso (ELP) to San Diego (SAN)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $118 - $358 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near San Diego

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

Select flight to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. TIJ. Average driving time to city center is 26 minutes. Flights from $491
TIJ
General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.
Average driving time to city center26 min
Flights from $491
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CLD
McClellan-Palomar
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center38 min
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Flights from El Paso (ELP) to San Diego (SAN)
Origin airport
El Paso Intl.
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$165
Distance
634 mi

El Paso to San Diego Flights

The cheapest times to fly from El Paso to San Diego

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 San Diego are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from El Paso to San Diego with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from El Paso to San Diego

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from El Paso to San Diego: 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 San Diego

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 San Diego in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $83 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) cost?
Book cheap return flights starting at $217 from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines flight leaving ELP on August 12 2025 and touching down at SAN. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ELP to SAN?
The cheapest flights from ELP to SAN 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Board a direct flight with Southwest Airlines and go straight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ELP to SAN?
With fares starting at $109 for a one-way flight from ELP to SAN, Southwest Airlines is currently the cheapest airline operating this route. 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 14 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
On average, you can take your pick of 3 direct flights departing from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) weekly. If you can't see one that fits your travel plans, think about booking a flight with a layover. Filter your search on Expedia to include one or two stops and opt for the best alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
More travelers fly between ELP and SAN at 2 PM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it's quieter? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and it's possible you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ELP to SAN?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the greatest range of choices for flights from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
What is the earliest flight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 2:10PM UTC-7, heading out of El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP). You'll be flying for around 2h 5m, touching down at San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) at approximately 3:15PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Flights from ELP to SAN have an average travel time of 2 hours and 5 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 630 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ELP to SAN?
Consider booking with Southwest Airlines if you'd like to go straight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) without any delays. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 81%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
To touch down at San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) without delays, choose a flight that leaves from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 San Diego from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Diego, San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book a ticket from ELP to SAN often results in higher prices. Although you may find some last-minute offers, they aren't always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans to boost your chances of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an ELP to SAN flight and hotel package?
Opting for an ELP to SAN flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Select from our impressive range of stays and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Typically, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your ELP to SAN flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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