$93 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to El Paso (ELP)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $93 for one-way flights and $185 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Sat, Aug 30
SAN
San Diego
ELP
El Paso
$185 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from San Diego to El Paso, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $185 found 9 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Wed, Aug 20
SAN
San Diego
ELP
El Paso
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from San Diego to El Paso, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $197 just found
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
SAN
San Diego
ELP
El Paso
$201 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from San Diego to El Paso, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $201 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 24
SAN
San Diego
ELP
El Paso
$202 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from San Diego to El Paso, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $202 found 20 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 18
SAN
San Diego
ELP
El Paso
$204 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from San Diego to El Paso, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $204 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Wed, Aug 20
SAN
San Diego
ELP
El Paso
$205 Roundtrip, just found
$205
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from San Diego to El Paso, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $205 just found
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Wed, Aug 20
SAN
San Diego
ELP
El Paso
$207 Roundtrip, just found
$207
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from San Diego to El Paso, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $207 just found
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Wed, Aug 20
SAN
San Diego
ELP
El Paso
$208 Roundtrip, just found
$208
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from San Diego to El Paso, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $208 just found
United
Thu, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 4
SAN
San Diego
ELP
El Paso
$217 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from San Diego to El Paso, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $217 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Aug 29 - Sun, Aug 31
SAN
San Diego
ELP
El Paso
$429 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$429
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from San Diego to El Paso, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $429 found 1 hour ago

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

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $118 - $409 per traveler.

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Flights from San Diego (SAN) to El Paso (ELP)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
El Paso Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$185
Distance
634 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 20 mins

San Diego to El Paso Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to El Paso

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

 

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

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

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 San Diego to El Paso in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $93 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 San Diego to El Paso 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 San Diego to El Paso 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) cost?
Cheap return flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) start at $197. 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 SAN on July 23 2025 and touching down at ELP. The price was last updated on June 30 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SAN to ELP?
Snap up a cheap ticket by booking your direct flight from SAN to ELP 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP)?
Jump on a direct flight with Southwest Airlines and journey straight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SAN to ELP?
With tickets starting at $99 for a one-way flight from SAN to ELP, Southwest Airlines is currently the cheapest airline flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SAN on September 22 2025. Prices were last updated on June 30 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP)?
On average you can take your pick of 3 direct flights each week from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP). To increase your travel options, consider taking a flight with a layover. Just enter your dates on Expedia and then filter your search results to show one stop or more.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP)?
Flights between SAN and ELP are their busiest at 1 PM. If you want a more relaxed trip and possibly cheaper tickets, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to ELP?
Sunday has the most flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 1:45PM UTC-8, departing from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). You'll be in the air for roughly 1h 45m, reaching El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) at approximately 4:30PM UTC-7.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP)?
The average flight duration from SAN to ELP is 1 hour and 45 minutes, covering a total distance of 630 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to ELP?
With 89% of flights typically arriving on time, Southwest Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP). To check your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP)?
Select a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Later departures are on average 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 El Paso from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso, El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a flight from SAN to ELP generally means paying more. While you might find some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary to maximize your chances of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to ELP flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a SAN to ELP flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one convenient place. After selecting your ideal accommodations and flights, consider other add-ons like car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your SAN to ELP flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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