Flights To El Paso — Compare & Book

Written by Flavia Voican, Travel Researcher at 360 Business Tour

Independent European travel research. Verified data, updated for 2026

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-14 · General Flights

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Direct flights from Dallas (DFW) average $112 one-way on Southwest (WN) with no baggage fees, while connecting flights from Chicago (ORD) start at $89 on Allegiant (G4) with $35 checked bag fees.

How Much Do Flights To El Paso Cost?

Southwest (WN) offers nonstop Dallas (DFW) to El Paso (ELP) flights for $112–$148 round-trip when booked 3–6 weeks ahead. Allegiant (G4) flies Chicago (ORD) to ELP for $89 one-way but charges $35 for the first checked bag and $20 for seat selection. United (UA) routes via Denver (DEN) cost $182 average with $50 checked bag fees on the connecting leg.

Which Airline Has The Cheapest Flights?

Airline	IATA	Route	Base Price	Bag Fee	Duration
Southwest	WN	DFW-ELP	$112	$0	1h 10m
Allegiant	G4	ORD-ELP	$89	$35	2h 50m
United	UA	ORD-DEN-ELP	$182	$50	3h 45m

Southwest (WN) is the only airline with no checked bag fees on direct routes. Allegiant (G4)’s "cheap" base fare includes $35 for a single bag, making it $124 total for a basic trip. United (UA)’s Denver (DEN) connection adds 1h 20m to travel time but has more seat flexibility.

When Is The Cheapest Time To Fly?

January averages $89 round-trip for nonstop flights, while July peaks at $217 due to summer tourism. Book 3–6 weeks ahead for Southwest (WN) DFW-ELP routes—flights booked 4 weeks prior cost 22% less than last-minute purchases. Avoid holidays: Memorial Day weekends average $165 vs. $99 midweek.

What Fees To Watch Out For

Allegiant (G4) lists $89 "base fare" from Chicago (ORD) but charges $35 for the first checked bag and $20 for seat selection, making total costs $144. In 2023, I paid $52 extra for a bag on G4 when I assumed the price was all-in. Southwest (WN)’s no-fee policy applies only to carry-on bags—check luggage costs $45 on international routes but is free on domestic.

Q: What’s the closest airport to El Paso city center?

A: El Paso International (ELP) is 8 miles from downtown, with taxi fares averaging $22–$28 to the central business district. Ride-shares cost $15–$20 during off-peak hours.

Q: Do I need a visa for El Paso?

A: No visa required for US citizens on domestic flights. Foreign travelers with ESTA must have visa status for all US entry points, including ELP.

Q: What’s the cheapest flight duration from Dallas?

A: Southwest (WN) nonstop DFW-ELP takes 1h 10m—faster than Allegiant (G4)’s 2h 50m Chicago route. The 1h 10m flight saves 90 minutes versus connecting options.

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