$61+ 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 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ELP — SAN
Oct 11 — Oct 181
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals
Find cheap flights from El Paso to San Diego with Cheapflights
1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from El Paso to San Diego are usually found in August or September, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday
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 September 11, 2025.
Round-trip from | $142 (Kiwi.com) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $61 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $249 |
Good round-trip deal | $244 or less |
Good one-way deal | $175 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 September 11, 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 September 11, 2025.
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 11/131:47 pmELP - SAN
1 stop11h 03mFrontier
Wed 11/196:41 amSAN - ELP
1 stop6h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$142
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 11/13:25 pmELP - SAN
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Sun 11/25:41 amSAN - ELP
1 stop5h 21mFrontier
Deal found 9/9![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 10/312:45 pmELP - SAN
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Fri 11/76:41 amSAN - ELP
1 stop6h 39mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$144
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/312:45 pmELP - SAN
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Mon 11/36:25 amSAN - ELP
1 stop11h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$154
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/252:39 pmELP - SAN
1 stop8h 46mFrontier
Mon 10/279:03 pmSAN - ELP
1 stop16h 32mFrontier
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$155
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Mon 9/2212:27 pmELP - SAN
1 stop11h 50mFrontier
Fri 9/266:25 amSAN - ELP
1 stop4h 02mFrontier
Deal found 9/9![Frontier logo]()
$158
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/171:33 pmELP - SAN
1 stop9h 51mFrontier
Sun 9/216:25 amSAN - ELP
1 stop4h 02mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$182
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/261:33 pmELP - SAN
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Tue 9/307:15 amSAN - ELP
1 stop28h 33mFrontier
Deal found 9/11![Frontier logo]()
$187
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 10/161:37 pmELP - SAN
1 stop21h 20mFrontier
Mon 10/206:25 amSAN - ELP
1 stop4h 00mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$188
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 9/251:33 pmELP - SAN
1 stop7h 34mFrontier
Sun 9/2810:20 amSAN - ELP
1 stop25h 28mFrontier
Deal found 9/10![Frontier logo]()
$192
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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from El Paso to San Diego that are best for you.
Fly from
El Paso
Fly to
San Diego
Route
Depart
Return
Price
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Fri 10/31
2:45 pm-11:50 pm
1 stop10h 05m
San Diego
Fri 11/7
6:41 am-2:20 pm
1 stop6h 39m
$144
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Sat 10/4
3:54 pm-11:09 am
1 stop20h 15m
San Diego
Tue 10/7
8:00 am-11:25 am
1 stop26h 25m
$144
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Thu 10/16
1:37 pm-9:57 am
1 stop21h 20m
San Diego
Mon 10/20
6:25 am-11:25 am
1 stop4h 00m
$188
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Fri 10/24
12:10 pm-11:04 pm
1 stop11h 54m
San Diego
Sun 10/26
6:41 am-12:52 pm
1 stop5h 11m
$192
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
$206
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Fri 9/26
1:33 pm-11:53 pm
1 stop11h 20m
San Diego
Tue 9/30
1:35 pm-12:48 pm
2 stops22h 13m
$208
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Thu 10/16
1:37 pm-11:50 pm
1 stop11h 13m
San Diego
Sun 10/19
6:41 am-12:52 pm
1 stop5h 11m
$213
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Thu 10/9
1:37 pm-11:50 pm
1 stop11h 13m
San Diego
Wed 10/15
6:41 am-1:50 pm
1 stop6h 09m
$226
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Fri 10/31
2:45 pm-6:33 pm
2 stops28h 48m
San Diego
Mon 11/3
12:12 pm-2:35 pm
2 stops25h 23m
$235
El PasoSan Diego
ELP - SAN
ELPSAN
El Paso
Fri 10/17
1:37 pm-8:08 pm
1 stop7h 31m
$72
Showing 1-10 of 18 results
Best time to book a flight from El Paso to San Diego
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from El Paso with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from El Paso to San Diego
Prices
More
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 29, 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 September 11, 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 September 7, 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 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.
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 September 11, 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.
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from El Paso to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
Traveling to a place near San Diego?
Book flights to San Diego if you plan to visit one of these locationsEl Cajon
Chula Vista
La Mesa
Poway
Lemon Grove
Coronado
Imperial Beach
National City
Alpine
Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip
Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.
Alternative routes for El Paso to San Diego
See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Top 3 airlines flying from El Paso to San Diego
Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from El Paso to San Diego. 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 September 11, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$109 | Average$211 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$177 | Average$401 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$234 | Average$359 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |