$71+ 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 10/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ELP
Oct 11 — Oct 181
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 11, 2025.
Round-trip from | $143 (CheapOair) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $71 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | February |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $274 |
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to El PasoExplore 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 September 11, 2025.
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 September 11, 2025.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/158:00 amSFO - ELP
1 stop26h 25mFrontier
Fri 10/171:37 pmELP - SFO
1 stop11h 37mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$143
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/248:21 pmSFO - ELP
1 stop16h 29mFrontier
Fri 10/312:45 pmELP - SFO
1 stop10h 29mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/88:00 amSFO - ELP
1 stop26h 25mFrontier
Mon 10/137:44 pmELP - SFO
2 stops40h 11mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/239:39 amSFO - ELP
2 stops24h 46mFrontier
Mon 10/277:44 pmELP - SFO
1 stop26h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/255:45 amSFO - ELP
1 stop4h 42mFrontier
Sun 9/281:33 pmELP - SFO
1 stop24h 44mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/410:49 amSFO - ELP
1 stop24h 59mFrontier
Wed 10/82:39 pmELP - SFO
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$161
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/255:45 amSFO - ELP
1 stop4h 42mFrontier
Mon 9/2912:27 pmELP - SFO
1 stop9h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$164
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/25:45 amSFO - ELP
1 stop4h 42mFrontier
Mon 10/61:33 pmELP - SFO
1 stop11h 43mFrontier
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$166
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/37:07 pmSFO - ELP
1 stop18h 57mFrontier
Mon 10/61:33 pmELP - SFO
1 stop11h 43mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/266:29 amSFO - ELP
1 stop5h 19mFrontier
Sun 9/281:33 pmELP - SFO
1 stop24h 44mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/410:49 amSFO - ELP
1 stop24h 59mFrontier
Mon 10/137:44 pmELP - SFO
2 stops40h 11mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$170
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 September 11, 2025.
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SFO - ELP
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San Francisco
Fri 10/24
8:21 pm-1:50 pm
1 stop16h 29m
El Paso
Fri 10/31
2:45 pm-12:14 am
1 stop10h 29m
$144
San FranciscoEl Paso
SFO - ELP
SFOELP
San Francisco
Sun 10/5
5:45 am-11:27 am
1 stop4h 42m
El Paso
Wed 10/8
2:39 pm-10:27 pm
1 stop8h 48m
$169
San FranciscoEl Paso
SFO - ELP
SFOELP
San Francisco
Sun 10/5
5:45 am-11:27 am
1 stop4h 42m
El Paso
Mon 10/13
7:44 pm-10:55 am
2 stops40h 11m
$195
San FranciscoEl Paso
SFO - ELP
SFOELP
San Francisco
Mon 10/20
6:34 am-12:52 pm
1 stop5h 18m
El Paso
Tue 10/21
7:12 pm-9:16 am
1 stop15h 04m
$197
San FranciscoEl Paso
SFO - ELP
SFOELP
San Francisco
Mon 10/20
5:40 am-11:25 am
1 stop4h 45m
El Paso
Tue 10/21
5:30 am-9:40 am
1 stop5h 10m
$235
San FranciscoEl Paso
SFO - ELP
SFOELP
San Francisco
Tue 12/2
6:30 am-1:30 pm
1 stop6h 00m
El Paso
Fri 1/16
7:00 am-11:58 am
1 stop5h 58m
$241
San FranciscoEl Paso
SFO - ELP
SFOELP
San Francisco
Tue 10/7
7:15 am-9:00 pm
2 stops12h 45m
El Paso
Sat 10/11
3:05 pm-6:40 pm
1 stop4h 35m
$269
San FranciscoEl Paso
SFO - ELP
SFOELP
San Francisco
Thu 12/4
6:21 am-11:50 am
1 stop28h 29m
El Paso
Mon 12/8
2:39 pm-9:08 pm
1 stop7h 29m
$296
San FranciscoEl Paso
SFO - ELP
SFOELP
San Francisco
Wed 10/15
2:05 pm-9:30 pm
2 stops6h 25m
El Paso
Fri 10/17
3:50 pm-10:35 pm
2 stops7h 45m
$309
San FranciscoEl Paso
SFO - ELP
SFOELP
San Francisco
Tue 12/2
5:30 am-11:10 am
1 stop4h 40m
El Paso
Fri 1/16
2:35 pm-10:05 pm
2 stops8h 30m
$338
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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 August 29, 2025.
Booking 83 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 $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 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 September 11, 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.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to El Paso?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to El Paso chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
San Diego (SAN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to El Paso on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to El Paso?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to El Paso, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 42m.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to El Paso?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to El Paso, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 42m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to El Paso?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to El Paso, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 27m.
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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Francisco to El Paso by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$114 | Average$218 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$267 | Average$379 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$270 | Average$407 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$306 | Average$459 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |