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$74+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to El Paso (ELP)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ELP
ago. 25 — sep. 11
lun. 8/25
lun. 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to El Paso are usually found in January or September, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to El Paso

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to El Paso (ELP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated agosto 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$148
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$74
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$325

Good round-trip deal

$284 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to El Paso
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to El Paso. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 20, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/116:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
mié. 9/171:33 pmELP - ORD
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$148
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/46:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
lun. 9/81:33 pmELP - ORD
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$149
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/34:48 pmMDW - ELP
1 stop23h 16mFrontier
dom. 10/51:33 pmELP - MDW
1 stop25h 20mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$151
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/199:54 pmORD - ELP
1 stop16h 50mFrontier
lun. 9/221:33 pmELP - ORD
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$161
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/186:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
mié. 9/241:33 pmELP - ORD
1 stop19h 04mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$164
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/157:15 amORD - ELP
1 stop7h 35mFrontier
mié. 10/222:39 pmELP - ORD
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$165
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/56:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
lun. 9/81:33 pmELP - ORD
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$171
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/86:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
vie. 9/121:33 pmELP - ORD
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$175
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/1010:51 amORD - ELP
1 stop27h 59mFrontier
vie. 10/171:37 pmELP - ORD
1 stop10h 22mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$177
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/236:24 pmMDW - ELP
1 stop19h 28mFrontier
lun. 10/271:43 pmELP - MDW
1 stop9h 41mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$178
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/25:35 amORD - ELP
1 stop8h 13mFrontier
jue. 10/91:37 pmELP - ORD
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$180
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/106:24 pmMDW - ELP
1 stop20h 26mFrontier
vie. 10/171:37 pmELP - MDW
1 stop9h 47mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$180

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to El Paso that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated agosto 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to El Paso that are best for you.

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ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 11/8

7:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop8h 20m

El Paso

mar. 11/11

3:25 pm-12:12 am

1 stop7h 47m

$148

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 9/4

6:00 am-12:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

El Paso

mié. 9/10

1:33 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$148

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/1

7:20 am-12:48 pm

1 stop6h 28m

El Paso

mié. 10/15

2:39 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$148

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 9/11

6:00 am-12:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

El Paso

mié. 9/17

1:33 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$148

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 10/3

6:00 am-12:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

El Paso

dom. 10/5

1:33 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$148

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 10/26

6:50 am-12:52 pm

1 stop7h 02m

El Paso

mar. 11/4

3:25 pm-12:12 am

1 stop7h 47m

$148

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 10/2

5:35 am-12:48 pm

1 stop8h 13m

El Paso

dom. 10/5

1:33 pm-9:37 am

1 stop19h 04m

$148

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 9/4

6:00 am-12:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

El Paso

lun. 9/8

1:33 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$149

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

vie. 10/3

4:48 pm-3:04 pm

1 stop23h 16m

El Paso

dom. 10/5

1:33 pm-3:53 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$151

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

jue. 10/23

6:24 pm-12:52 pm

1 stop19h 28m

El Paso

lun. 10/27

1:43 pm-12:24 am

1 stop9h 41m

$178

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to El Paso

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to El Paso from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to El Paso

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to El Paso?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to El Paso. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to El Paso. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to El Paso?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to El Paso (average of $322). Flying from Chicago to El Paso in June is currently the most expensive (average of $417). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to ELP?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to El Paso. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated agosto 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to El Paso is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing El Paso

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to El Paso. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to El Paso. Reviews last updated agosto 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to El Paso to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,928 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,207 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to El Paso. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to El Paso from Chicago?

    Located just 7.2 mi from the city center, El Paso is the airport most travelers will use when flying to El Paso from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to El Paso (ELP) should be relatively easy as there are 7 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to El Paso?

    Airlines like Frontier and Southwest fly from Chicago to El Paso in about 3h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1235 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to El Paso round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to El Paso round-trip from $117. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $245, and Southwest, from $278. Users have found that Frontier is 67% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to El Paso?

    Consider Republic Airways (100%), United Airlines (83%) or American Airlines (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to El Paso.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to El Paso?

    On average you can expect to pay $265 for a flight from Chicago to El Paso. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - El Paso) is currently priced at $215.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to El Paso that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to El Paso flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to El Paso?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to El Paso.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to El Paso?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to El Paso by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to El Paso?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to El Paso (average of $322). Flying from Chicago to El Paso in June is currently the most expensive (average of $417). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Chicago to El Paso

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to El Paso. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated agosto 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$117Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$278Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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