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$159+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA to El Paso (SJC - 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 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — ELP
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to El Paso

Cheapest flights from San Jose to El Paso
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to El Paso. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/257:43 pmSJC - ELP
2 stops16h 32mFrontier
Mon 12/298:55 pmELP - SJC
1 stop21h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$372
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/253:27 pmSJC - ELP
1 stop27h 33mFrontier
Wed 12/3112:24 pmELP - SJC
2 stops27h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$422
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Wed 12/246:30 amSJC - ELP
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Thu 1/110:00 amELP - SJC
1 stop12h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$428
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/184:50 pmSJC - ELP
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Tue 12/237:35 pmELP - SJC
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$437
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Thu 12/252:29 pmSJC - ELP
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:25 amELP - SJC
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$458
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Fri 12/264:10 pmSJC - ELP
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Tue 12/306:50 pmELP - SJC
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$459
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/179:49 amSJC - ELP
2 stops10h 52mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/2112:20 pmELP - SJC
1 stop7h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/2$482
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/258:00 amSJC - ELP
2 stops6h 05mSouthwest
Wed 12/316:25 amELP - SJC
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$483
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/242:29 pmSJC - ELP
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:25 amELP - SJC
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$493

Find flight deals from San Jose to El Paso

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$163
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$159
(Southwest)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$425
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to El Paso that are best for you.

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San JoseEl Paso

SJC - ELP

SJCELP

San Jose

Thu 1/22

12:34 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop7h 00m

El Paso

Thu 1/29

9:29 pm-8:40 am

1 stop12h 11m

$163

San JoseEl Paso

SJC - ELP

SJCELP

San Jose

Thu 1/1

6:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop8h 20m

El Paso

Thu 1/8

1:20 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$309

San JoseEl Paso

SJC - ELP

SJCELP

San Jose

Mon 3/2

7:10 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop21h 58m

El Paso

Sat 3/7

6:48 pm-8:22 am

1 stop14h 34m

$335

San JoseEl Paso

SJC - ELP

SJCELP

San Jose

Sat 2/14

4:25 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 45m

El Paso

Sun 3/15

4:15 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$372

San JoseEl Paso

SJC - ELP

SJCELP

San Jose

Mon 3/2

1:20 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops5h 40m

El Paso

Sat 3/7

5:45 am-12:05 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$397

San JoseEl Paso

SJC - ELP

SJCELP

San Jose

Fri 2/13

3:40 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops6h 00m

El Paso

Mon 2/16

6:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$412

San JoseEl Paso

SJC - ELP

SJCELP

San Jose

Thu 12/25

2:29 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 16m

El Paso

Tue 12/30

6:25 am-1:33 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$458

San JoseEl Paso

SJC - ELP

SJCELP

San Jose

Fri 12/26

4:10 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 10m

El Paso

Tue 12/30

6:50 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$459

San JoseEl Paso

SJC - ELP

SJCELP

San Jose

Thu 12/18

10:00 am-7:10 pm

2 stops8h 10m

El Paso

Tue 12/23

7:35 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$463

San JoseEl Paso

SJC - ELP

SJCELP

San Jose

Wed 12/24

6:30 am-1:05 pm

1 stop5h 35m

El Paso

Thu 1/1

6:25 am-3:00 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$475

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Compare providers for flights from San Jose to El Paso

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Jose to El Paso in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-El Paso flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Jose, California-El Paso flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose, California-El Paso flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-El Paso flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Jose, California-El Paso flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to El Paso?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to El Paso (average of $117). Flying from San Jose, California to El Paso in July is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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 SJC to ELP?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 4, 2025.

When flying from San Jose, California to El Paso, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the morning.

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 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, American Airlines, and Frontier from San Jose to El Paso have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,092 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose to El Paso. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to El Paso?

    A quick flight from San Jose, California to El Paso can take about 7h. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $163. Airlines will cover a distance of 962 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose, California to El Paso round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to El Paso, with prices starting at $117. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $292 and $302, respectively. Frontier is 71% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose 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 Jose to El Paso.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose, California to El Paso?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to El Paso (average of $117). Flying from San Jose, California to El Paso in July is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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 San Jose to El Paso

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$117Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$292Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$302Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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