$72+ Cheap flights from El Paso to San Diego (ELP - SAN)
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 9/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ELP — SAN
Aug 23 — Aug 301
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from El Paso to San Diego
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from El Paso (ELP) to San Diego (SAN). 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 August 18, 2025.
Round-trip from | $143 (CheapOair) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $72 (CheapOair) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $218 |
Good round-trip deal | $234 or less |
Good one-way deal | $166 or less |
Find flight deals from El Paso to San Diego
Cheapest flights from El Paso to San DiegoExplore the most affordable flight options available from El Paso to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from El Paso to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3112:10 pmELP - SAN
1 stop12h 38mFrontier
Fri 11/76:41 amSAN - ELP
1 stop6h 19mFrontier
Deal found 8/15![Frontier logo]()
$143
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/251:33 pmELP - SAN
1 stop7h 34mFrontier
Sun 9/286:35 amSAN - ELP
1 stop5h 13mFrontier
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/18:44 pmELP - SAN
1 stop11h 37mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/57:47 pmSAN - ELP
1 stop16h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$165
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/31:33 pmELP - SAN
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Mon 10/66:35 amSAN - ELP
1 stop5h 13mFrontier
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/11:33 pmELP - SAN
1 stop9h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/810:05 amSAN - ELP
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/133:54 pmELP - SAN
1 stop7h 30mFrontier
Tue 9/167:15 amSAN - ELP
1 stop28h 33mFrontier
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$180
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/412:16 pmELP - SAN
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/212:50 pmSAN - ELP
1 stop10h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16![American Airlines logo]()
$183
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2212:10 pmELP - SAN
2 stops20h 16mFrontier
Sun 10/266:41 amSAN - ELP
1 stop5h 11mFrontier
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$187
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/62:44 pmELP - SAN
1 stop4h 46mFrontier
Sun 9/75:37 pmSAN - ELP
2 stops18h 11mFrontier
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$192
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2311:38 amELP - SAN
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/259:45 amSAN - ELP
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16![American Airlines logo]()
$193
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from El Paso to San Diego 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from El Paso to San Diego that are best for you.
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El Paso
Fly to
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Mon 9/15
12:27 pm-11:17 pm
1 stop11h 50m
San Diego
Mon 9/22
6:35 am-12:48 pm
1 stop5h 13m
$143
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Mon 9/22
12:27 pm-11:17 pm
1 stop11h 50m
San Diego
Fri 9/26
10:20 am-3:04 pm
1 stop27h 44m
$143
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Wed 10/22
12:10 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop10h 10m
San Diego
Sun 10/26
6:41 am-12:52 pm
1 stop5h 11m
$143
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Sat 9/27
2:44 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop4h 46m
San Diego
Wed 10/1
8:00 am-11:27 am
1 stop26h 27m
$143
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Sat 9/13
3:54 pm-10:24 pm
1 stop7h 30m
San Diego
Sat 9/27
8:00 am-1:44 pm
1 stop4h 44m
$143
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Sat 9/6
2:44 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop4h 46m
San Diego
Sun 9/7
6:35 am-12:48 pm
1 stop5h 13m
$143
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Wed 9/10
1:33 pm-10:24 pm
1 stop9h 51m
San Diego
Thu 9/18
6:25 am-11:27 am
1 stop4h 02m
$143
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Fri 10/31
12:10 pm-11:48 pm
1 stop12h 38m
San Diego
Fri 11/7
6:41 am-2:00 pm
1 stop6h 19m
$143
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Fri 10/3
1:33 pm-11:53 pm
1 stop11h 20m
San Diego
Mon 10/6
6:35 am-12:48 pm
1 stop5h 13m
$144
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Thu 9/25
1:33 pm-11:53 pm
1 stop11h 20m
San Diego
Sun 9/28
6:35 am-12:48 pm
1 stop5h 13m
$144
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from El Paso to San Diego
How far ahead should I book a flight from El Paso to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from El Paso to San Diego. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.
The best time to book flights from El Paso to San Diego is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from El Paso to San Diego?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Paso to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from El Paso to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 ELP to SAN?
Find hourly flight availability from El Paso to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from El Paso to San Diego in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 42% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from El Paso to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from El Paso to San Diego. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their El Paso to San Diego flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from El Paso to San Diego?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from El Paso to San Diego chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 86% of 1-stop itineraries from El Paso to San Diego on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from El Paso to San Diego?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from El Paso to San Diego, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $295.
What’s the fastest layover option from El Paso to San Diego?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from El Paso to San Diego, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 8h 22m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from El Paso to San Diego?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from El Paso to San Diego, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 5h 34m.
Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, American Airlines, and Frontier from El Paso to San Diego have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$109 | Average$222 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$177 | Average$378 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$239 | Average$360 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |