$75 Cheap Flights from El Paso (ELP) to San Diego (SAN)

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Popular airlines from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $75 for one-way flights and $165 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 11
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$165 Roundtrip, just found
$165
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $165 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 13
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$172 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $172 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 13
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$185 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $185 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 11
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$188 Roundtrip, just found
$188
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $188 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 21
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$191 Roundtrip, just found
$191
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $191 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Wed, Aug 27
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$192 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $192 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$195 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$195
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $195 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 21
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $197 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Sat, Aug 16
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$201 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $201 found 1 day ago
United
Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 14
ELP
El Paso
SAN
San Diego
$217 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from El Paso to San Diego, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $217 found 1 hour 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

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

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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 October. 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 $75 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 $197 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 July 26 2025 and touching down at SAN. The price was last updated on June 30 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ELP to SAN?
Snap up a cheap fare by booking your direct flight from ELP to SAN in December. You can find a one-way Southwest Airlines flight for $99 leaving on December 4 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on June 30 2025 and remains unchanged.
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 $99 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 September 24 2025. Prices were last updated on June 30 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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