Can I fly direct from Austin to El Paso?

Direct flights from Austin to El Paso are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, about 10% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving a stopover, travelers typically encounter one stop. This means that while direct options exist, many travelers may find themselves with a connecting flight.

What's the flight time from Austin to El Paso?

The typical direct flight from Austin to El Paso has a median duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 5 hours. The total distance covered on this route is approximately 851 kilometers. Travelers should factor in these durations when planning their journey, especially if considering options with layovers.

How often do Austin to El Paso flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Austin to El Paso route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities to secure lower fares. The route is characterized by consistent price fluctuations, suggesting that monitoring prices can be beneficial for finding deals. This frequent price activity is observed across the trailing 30-day period.

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October 13 - October 20

Cheapest

AUS - El Paso

$159

$164

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August 14 - August 15

AUS - El Paso

$168

$172

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October 13 - October 19

AUS - El Paso

$159

$172

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August 31 - September 10

AUS - El Paso

$259

$180

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August 13 - August 17

Best

AUS - El Paso

$313

$182

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August 7 - August 10

Earliest

AUS - El Paso

$314

$184

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August 31 - September 6

AUS - El Paso

$286

$189

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August 31 - September 5

AUS - El Paso

$296

$189

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September 2 - September 5

AUS - El Paso

$283

$191

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October 3 - October 10

AUS - El Paso

$157

$197

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Austin to El Paso: Overview

Insights for flights from Austin to El Paso

Most itineraries for flights from Austin to El Paso connect at least once, with only 10% of recent fares being non-stop. For those connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means that while direct flights from Austin to El Paso are available, you will most often find itineraries with at least one stop.

Right now, fares for cheap flights from Austin to El Paso typically range from $195–$375, with a median of $296. Current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers appear regularly. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Austin to El Paso? The cheapest months to fly are January, with a median fare of $175, followed by April and March, both with median fares of $176. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

How long is the flight from Austin to El Paso? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 5h 50m. For the less common non-stop flights, the duration is around 1h 30m. This route is considered a short-haul journey, covering a distance of 851 km.

How much is a round trip from Austin to El Paso

Regular price: $123 - $245

Prices for flights from Austin to El Paso are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Austin to El Paso is typically between $123 and $245. The current lowest deal is $164 with Southwest Airlines, for travel from Oct 13-Oct 20.

now $164

Low $123

High $245

The cheapest time to fly from Austin to El Paso

The cheapest month to fly from Austin to El Paso is January, with a median price of $175. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $387. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $175

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $387

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Direct flights from Austin to El Paso

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Last-minute flights going from Austin to El Paso

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - El Paso

Austin (AUS) - El Paso (ELP)

Frontier Airlines

$313

$223

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - El Paso

Austin (AUS) - El Paso (ELP)

Frontier Airlines

$314

$184

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - El Paso

Austin (AUS) - El Paso (ELP)

Frontier Airlines

$245

$155

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - El Paso

Austin (AUS) - El Paso (ELP)

Frontier Airlines

$247

$166

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - El Paso

Austin (AUS) - El Paso (ELP)

Frontier Airlines

$295

$166

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

AUS - El Paso

Austin (AUS) - El Paso (ELP)

Frontier Airlines

$311

$159

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Austin to El Paso

3 nights

Aug 22 - Aug 25

$303 → $194

36%

5 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 2

$313 → $227

27%

5 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 10

$306 → $222

27%

7 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 29

$277 → $207

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Austin to El Paso

Austin - El Paso route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Austin to El Paso are near the typical level, with a median price of $296.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $175

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to El Paso, with a median price of $175.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 30m

Direct flights from Austin to El Paso typically take 1 hour and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has offered 78 direct deals on flights from Austin to El Paso.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Austin to El Paso appear frequently.

Austin main airports to depart from

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

Austin–Bergstrom International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to El Paso.

📍 ~11 km from Austin city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$164

El Paso main airports to arrive at

El Paso International (ELP)

Cheapest

El Paso International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Austin to El Paso.

📍 ~10 km from El Paso (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$197

Airports nearby El Paso used as alternative

Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)

Albuquerque International Sunport offers significantly more flight options as a major hub, despite the drive.

📍 ~410 km from El Paso (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$191

Ciudad Juárez International (CJS)

Ciudad Juárez International is geographically close and an excellent alternative for Mexico-bound travel.

📍 ~15 km from El Paso (reachable by car, requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$356

Midland International Air and Space Port (MAF)

Cheapest

Midland International Air and Space Port is a significant regional airport with multiple carrier options.

📍 ~440 km from El Paso (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$183

Tucson International (TUS)

Tucson International is a large airport with a wide variety of domestic carriers for westward travel.

📍 ~445 km from El Paso (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$221

Roswell International Air Center (ROW)

Roswell International Air Center is closer than major hubs, offering easier navigation and parking.

📍 ~205 km from El Paso (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$278

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to El Paso

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Austin to El Paso have been found when booking within 0-6 days of departure, with an average price of $227. Prices tend to increase as the departure date gets further out, reaching an average of $296 for bookings made 28-59 days in advance. Even bookings made 60+ days out were slightly cheaper on average at $273. This suggests that last-minute booking can often yield more favorable prices for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Austin to El Paso was considered to be $195 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $296. Prices typically ranged up to $375 for the higher end of fares. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares around or below the $195 threshold.

Historically, January, April, and March have offered the cheapest flights from Austin to El Paso, all with a median price of $175 or $176. These months are significantly more affordable compared to the annual median price of $296 for this route. While April appears on both the cheapest and most expensive lists, this indicates variability within the month, suggesting that specific dates in April can be very inexpensive. Travelers seeking the lowest fares should consider flying during these historically cheaper months.

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