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$135+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to El Paso (SFO - 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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ELP
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to El Paso are usually found in September or May, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to El Paso

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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

$224
(Frontier)

One-way from

$135
(FlightHub)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$375
From San Francisco to El Paso
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to El Paso
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco 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 6/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/45:45 amSFO - ELP
1 stop4h 29mFrontier
Sun 9/71:21 pmELP - SFO
1 stop11h 53mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$224
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.
Thu 9/185:50 amSFO - ELP
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/213:37 pmELP - SFO
1 stop4h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$270
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/45:00 amSFO - ELP
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Sun 9/75:15 amELP - SFO
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$280
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/98:25 amSFO - ELP
2 stops13h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/297:00 amELP - SFO
1 stop6h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$434
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/98:00 amSFO - ELP
2 stops9h 39mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/297:19 pmELP - SFO
2 stops18h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$610

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to El Paso that are best for you.

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San FranciscoEl Paso

SFO - ELP

SFOELP

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

5:45 am-11:14 am

1 stop4h 29m

El Paso

Sun 9/7

1:21 pm-12:14 am

1 stop11h 53m

$224

San FranciscoEl Paso

SFO - ELP

SFOELP

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

5:50 am-3:07 pm

1 stop8h 17m

El Paso

Sun 9/21

3:37 pm-7:29 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$270

San FranciscoEl Paso

SFO - ELP

SFOELP

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

5:00 am-2:50 pm

2 stops8h 50m

El Paso

Sun 9/7

5:15 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 30m

$280

San FranciscoEl Paso

SFO - ELP

SFOELP

San Francisco

Tue 7/8

10:22 am-10:58 pm

2 stops11h 36m

El Paso

Tue 7/15

7:00 am-1:09 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$433

San FranciscoEl Paso

SFO - ELP

SFOELP

San Francisco

Wed 7/9

8:00 am-6:39 pm

2 stops9h 39m

El Paso

Tue 7/29

7:19 pm-12:31 pm

2 stops18h 12m

$610

San FranciscoEl Paso

SFO - ELP

SFOELP

San Francisco

Thu 7/3

12:49 am-12:21 pm

2 stops10h 32m

El Paso

Tue 7/8

6:00 am-9:25 pm

2 stops16h 25m

$1,006

San FranciscoEl Paso

SFO - ELP

SFOELP

San Francisco

Sat 7/12

6:37 am-12:48 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$135

San FranciscoEl Paso

SFO - ELP

SFOELP

San Francisco

Fri 7/4

4:18 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$149

San FranciscoEl Paso

SFO - ELP

SFOELP

San Francisco

Sun 7/6

4:22 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$194

San FranciscoEl Paso

SFO - ELP

SFOELP

San Francisco

Fri 7/4

8:40 am-5:35 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$219

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to El Paso

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to El Paso

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

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

Booking 19 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to El Paso?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to El Paso (average of $322). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to ELP?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to El Paso in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 55% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Francisco to El Paso. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to El Paso round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to El Paso is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $224 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $280 and $297 round-trip. These flights start at 38% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to El Paso one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $135. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to El Paso for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to El Paso?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to El Paso (average of $322). Flying from San Francisco 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 4 airlines flying from San Francisco to El Paso

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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$117Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$270Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$270Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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