$79 Cheap Flights from El Paso (ELP) to San Antonio (SAT)

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Cheap Flights from El Paso to San Antonio (ELP-SAT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $79 for one-way flights and $150 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 17
ELP
El Paso
SAT
San Antonio
$150 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from El Paso to San Antonio, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $150 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
ELP
El Paso
SAT
San Antonio
$152 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$152
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from El Paso to San Antonio, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $152 found 6 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 21
ELP
El Paso
SAT
San Antonio
$155 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from El Paso to San Antonio, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $155 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Wed, Aug 27
ELP
El Paso
SAT
San Antonio
$158 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$158
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from El Paso to San Antonio, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $158 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 6
ELP
El Paso
SAT
San Antonio
$160 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from El Paso to San Antonio, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $160 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 17
ELP
El Paso
SAT
San Antonio
$164 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from El Paso to San Antonio, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $164 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 15
ELP
El Paso
SAT
San Antonio
$189 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from El Paso to San Antonio, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $189 found 2 days ago
United
Mon, Aug 11 - Sat, Aug 16
ELP
El Paso
SAT
San Antonio
$198 Roundtrip, just found
$198
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from El Paso to San Antonio, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $198 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 4 - Sat, Aug 16
ELP
El Paso
SAT
San Antonio
$265 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$265
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from El Paso to San Antonio, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $265 found 10 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sun, Aug 10 - Sun, Aug 17
ELP
El Paso
SAT
San Antonio
$812 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$812
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 10 from El Paso to San Antonio, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $812 found 12 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from El Paso (ELP) to San Antonio (SAT)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $128 - $487 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from El Paso (ELP) to San Antonio (SAT)
Origin airport
El Paso Intl.
Destination airport
San Antonio Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$150
Distance
496 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 28 mins

El Paso to San Antonio Flights

The cheapest times to fly from El Paso to San Antonio

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

 

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

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

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 Antonio in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $79 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 Antonio 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 Antonio 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 Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) cost?
You'll find cheap return fares from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) starting at $137. Reserve your seat and set off on your next adventure. 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 4 2025 and touching down at SAT. The price was last updated on July 9 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ELP to SAT?
The cheapest flights from ELP to SAT 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 Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
Jump on a direct flight with Southwest Airlines and journey straight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ELP to SAT?
At the moment, the cheapest carrier offering one-way flights from ELP to SAT is Southwest Airlines. You can book a seat on this route from $69. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ELP on September 29 2025. Prices were last updated on July 9 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
On average, there is just 1 direct flight taking off from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) per day. If this doesn't work for you, think about flights with layovers. Simply filter your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops to find the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
The 11 AM departures from ELP to SAT are typically the busiest. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save money, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from ELP to SAT?
Travel on a Friday if you're searching for the best choice of flights from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT).
What is the earliest flight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
Take the earliest flight at around 10:45AM UTC-7, departing from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP). You'll be traveling for roughly 1h 25m, touching down at San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) at approximately 1:10PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
It takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes to cover the 500 mi from ELP to SAT.
What is the best time to fly from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
Book a flight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Antonio from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP)?
Check out your flight options from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT). This is the only San Antonio airport you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) last-minute?
Booking your flight from ELP to SAT right before your trip is generally more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ELP to SAT flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing an ELP to SAT flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one place. After selecting your preferred flights and accommodations, you can add extras such as tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
Typically, you're able to reschedule or cancel your ELP to SAT flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's rules and fees on flight changes, or if you want more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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