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$148+ 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 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — ELP
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
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 December 18, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/3012:35 pmCMH - ELP
1 stop12h 00mSouthwest
Sat 1/32:05 pmELP - CMH
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$552
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/244:45 pmCMH - ELP
1 stop6h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/296:25 amELP - CMH
1 stop6h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$606
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/244:45 pmCMH - ELP
1 stop6h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/286:25 amELP - CMH
2 stops12h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$711
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/244:00 pmCMH - ELP
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Sun 12/282:10 pmELP - CMH
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/15$798
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/268:17 amCMH - ELP
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/26:25 amELP - CMH
1 stop6h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$810

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 December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$269
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$148
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$438
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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to El Paso that are best for you.

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ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Fri 1/16

6:26 pm-3:14 pm

1 stop22h 48m

El Paso

Fri 1/23

12:24 pm-10:47 am

2 stops44h 23m

$275

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop8h 29m

El Paso

Tue 2/3

1:26 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$299

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Sat 1/17

4:34 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop6h 45m

El Paso

Fri 1/23

6:00 am-3:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$337

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Wed 1/7

8:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

El Paso

Tue 1/27

1:26 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$351

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Tue 1/13

4:34 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop6h 45m

El Paso

Wed 1/21

1:26 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$351

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Wed 1/14

8:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

El Paso

Sat 1/24

1:26 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$354

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Wed 1/7

8:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

El Paso

Mon 1/26

1:26 pm-8:38 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$361

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Thu 1/8

4:34 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop6h 45m

El Paso

Wed 1/28

6:00 am-3:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$361

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Thu 1/8

8:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

El Paso

Sat 1/31

1:26 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$364

ColumbusEl Paso

CMH - ELP

CMHELP

Columbus

Wed 1/7

4:34 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop6h 45m

El Paso

Fri 1/30

1:26 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$365

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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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus to El Paso is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 15% 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 December 18, 2025.
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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

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?

    Frontier and Delta can get you from Columbus to El Paso in just under 8h 29m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 19m. 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 ($303), and Southwest ($334) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to El Paso. You may be able to fly from Columbus to El Paso for 30% 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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