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$130+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso (DTW - 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 8/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — ELP
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to El Paso are usually found in August or January, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to El Paso

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$260
(Frontier)

One-way from

$130
(Frontier)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$407
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to El Paso
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to El Paso
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to El Paso. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/106:00 amDTW - ELP
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Thu 7/171:08 pmELP - DTW
1 stop9h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$260
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 8/611:51 amDTW - ELP
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/182:35 pmELP - DTW
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 11/67:15 amDTW - ELP
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Tue 11/1112:55 pmELP - DTW
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/98:20 amDTW - ELP
1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/167:00 amELP - DTW
2 stops8h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$376
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 12/173:55 pmDTW - ELP
1 stop8h 24mDelta
Fri 1/26:00 amELP - DTW
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Deal found 6/11$488

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso that are best for you.

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Detroit

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El Paso

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DetroitEl Paso

DTW - ELP

DTWELP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/10

6:00 am-12:21 pm

1 stop8h 21m

El Paso

Thu 7/17

1:08 pm-12:42 am

1 stop9h 34m

$260

DetroitEl Paso

DTW - ELP

DTWELP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/6

11:51 am-5:40 pm

1 stop7h 49m

El Paso

Mon 8/18

2:35 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$299

DetroitEl Paso

DTW - ELP

DTWELP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/1

8:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

El Paso

Sat 7/5

10:40 am-6:10 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$337

DetroitEl Paso

DTW - ELP

DTWELP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/9

8:20 am-1:07 pm

1 stop6h 47m

El Paso

Wed 7/16

7:00 am-5:13 pm

2 stops8h 13m

$376

DetroitEl Paso

DTW - ELP

DTWELP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/29

6:00 am-12:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$130

DetroitEl Paso

DTW - ELP

DTWELP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/9

5:28 am-8:55 am

1 stop5h 27m

$186

DetroitEl Paso

DTW - ELP

DTWELP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/27

9:53 pm-11:03 am

1 stop15h 10m

$187

DetroitEl Paso

DTW - ELP

DTWELP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/9

6:05 am-11:40 am

2 stops7h 35m

$219

DetroitEl Paso

DTW - ELP

DTWELP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/17

4:44 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$353

DetroitEl Paso

DTW - ELP

DTWELP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/19

2:30 pm-10:58 pm

2 stops10h 28m

$399

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Deals found on 6/9

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to El Paso. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso (average of $322). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso in June is currently the most expensive (average of $413). 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 DTW to ELP?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 June 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Rainfall in El Paso by month

Plan your trip to El Paso by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in El Paso ranges from 0.2 - 1.6 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.6 in. April is typically the driest time to visit El Paso when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in El Paso by month

Plan your trip to El Paso by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to El Paso, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Detroit to El Paso have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso round-trip?

    Frontier, at $260, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Southwest. These flights start at 38% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso are Frontier ($130), American Airlines ($186), and Southwest ($219).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso (average of $322). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to El Paso in June is currently the most expensive (average of $413). 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 5 airlines flying from Detroit to El Paso

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$135Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$316Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$376Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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