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$94+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 2/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — ELP
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to El Paso

Cheapest flights from Columbus to El Paso
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to El Paso. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/145:43 pm
CMH
-
ELP
2 stops19h 56m
Frontier
Sun 2/2212:24 pm
ELP
-
CMH
1 stop29h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 1/19$278
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/237:30 pm
CMH
-
ELP
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/257:30 pm
ELP
-
CMH
1 stop21h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$305
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/125:34 am
CMH
-
ELP
1 stop6h 11m
American Airlines
Wed 3/187:24 am
ELP
-
CMH
1 stop5h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$364
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/145:22 pm
CMH
-
ELP
1 stop5h 51m
Delta
Sun 2/221:26 pm
ELP
-
CMH
1 stop7h 00m
Delta
Deal found 1/19$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/233:30 pm
CMH
-
ELP
1 stop7h 40m
United Airlines
Wed 3/255:52 am
ELP
-
CMH
2 stops8h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/137:52 pm
CMH
-
ELP
1 stop5h 31m
American Airlines
Sun 2/156:13 am
ELP
-
CMH
1 stop6h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$377
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/175:45 am
CMH
-
ELP
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Sun 2/229:20 am
ELP
-
CMH
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 1/19$400
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:10 pm
CMH
-
ELP
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Sat 5/95:55 am
ELP
-
CMH
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/21$402
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/233:35 pm
CMH
-
ELP
2 stops8h 55m
Southwest
Wed 3/256:20 am
ELP
-
CMH
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 1/21$406
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/146:25 am
CMH
-
ELP
2 stops7h 15m
Southwest
Sun 5/246:45 am
ELP
-
CMH
2 stops9h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/20$413
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/255:45 pm
CMH
-
ELP
1 stop6h 32m
Delta
Tue 6/21:20 pm
ELP
-
CMH
1 stop8h 38m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$427

Find flight deals from Columbus to El Paso

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 January 21, 2026.

Round-trip from

$278
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$94
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$392
From Columbus to El Paso
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 January 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to El Paso that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

El Paso

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Tue 2/17

5:00 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

El Paso

Sun 2/22

1:26 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$367

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Fri 2/13

5:30 am-9:45 am

1 stop6h 15m

El Paso

Sun 2/15

7:24 am-2:55 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$377

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Tue 2/17

5:45 am-1:15 pm

2 stops9h 30m

El Paso

Sun 2/22

9:20 am-8:15 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$400

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Thu 5/14

5:40 am-11:52 am

1 stop8h 12m

El Paso

Sun 5/24

12:40 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$402

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Sun 5/3

8:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop5h 25m

El Paso

Sat 5/9

5:55 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$402

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Fri 5/15

5:45 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop6h 32m

El Paso

Sun 5/24

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$402

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Thu 5/14

12:45 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops8h 40m

El Paso

Sun 5/24

6:45 am-6:00 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$412

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Mon 5/25

5:45 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop6h 32m

El Paso

Tue 6/2

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$427

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Sun 2/22

8:09 pm-11:38 am

1 stop17h 29m

$94

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Fri 2/20

10:54 am-11:39 am

2 stops50h 45m

$146

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/19

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to El Paso

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to El Paso

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to El Paso (average of $171). Flying from Columbus to El Paso in November is currently the most expensive (average of $468). 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.

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 January 21, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus to El Paso. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,174 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    El Paso (ELP), located 7.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to El Paso. 3 airlines have flights to El Paso from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to El Paso should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

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

    Delta, American Airlines, and Southwest can get you from Columbus to El Paso in just under 6h 13m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 17m. Columbus and El Paso are separated by a distance of 1425 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($294), United Airlines ($316), and Southwest ($351) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to El Paso. You may be able to fly from Columbus to El Paso for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus to El Paso?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to El Paso (average of $171). Flying from Columbus to El Paso in November is currently the most expensive (average of $468). 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 3 airlines flying from Columbus to El Paso

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$351Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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