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$86 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to El Paso

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Cheapest round-trip
$210
Typical prices: $437-$353
Frontier
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ORD - ELP • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$351
Typical prices: $493-$358
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Wed 5/20Wed 6/10
ORD - ELP • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to El Paso (CHI-ELP)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to El Paso that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to El Paso

Fri, Jun 5 - Mon, Jun 8
Frontier Logo
9:37 pm - 5:23 pm
ORD
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ELP
20h 46m
1 stop
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6:08 pm - 8:43 pm
ELP
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ORD
25h 35m
1 stop
$210Frontier
Thu, Jul 9 - Wed, Jul 15
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9:57 pm - 5:11 pm
ORD
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ELP
20h 14m
1 stop
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8:09 pm - 5:28 am
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ORD
8h 19m
1 stop
$230Frontier
Fri, May 15 - Mon, May 18
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9:37 pm - 5:23 pm
ORD
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ELP
20h 46m
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6:08 pm - 8:32 pm
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ORD
25h 24m
1 stop
$237Frontier
Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 10
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9:37 pm - 7:02 pm
ORD
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ELP
22h 25m
1 stop
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8:12 pm - 5:32 am
ELP
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ORD
8h 20m
1 stop
$238Frontier
Mon, May 11 - Sat, May 23
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9:37 pm - 5:23 pm
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ELP
20h 46m
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6:08 pm - 8:32 pm
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ORD
25h 24m
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$241Frontier
Wed, May 20 - Wed, Jun 10
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9:37 pm - 5:23 pm
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ELP
20h 46m
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8:12 pm - 5:32 am
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8h 20m
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$242Frontier
Sat, Jun 27 - Tue, Jun 30
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9:48 pm - 5:14 pm
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ELP
20h 26m
1 stop
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8:09 pm - 5:32 am
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8h 23m
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$244Frontier
Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17
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9:37 pm - 5:23 pm
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ELP
20h 46m
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6:08 pm - 8:32 pm
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25h 24m
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$247Frontier
Fri, Aug 14 - Sat, Aug 22
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4:45 pm - 6:50 pm
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ELP
3h 05mnonstop
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10:05 am - 2:00 pm
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2h 55mnonstop
$364Southwest
Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 17
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5:15 pm - 9:50 pm
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ELP
5h 35m
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4:15 pm - 10:25 pm
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5h 10m
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$371Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to El Paso flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to El Paso to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago to El Paso?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago to El Paso departing in June.

What is the cheapest Chicago to El Paso flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The absolute cheapest return flight from Chicago to El Paso costs $321 on the route between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and El Paso (ELP). However, over the past month, flights between Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) and El Paso (ELP) were, on average, 11% cheaper than other Chicago-El Paso routes. The most popular route is between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and El Paso (ELP).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to El Paso?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago to El Paso clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Chicago to El Paso, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from El Paso, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to El Paso?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to El Paso, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to El Paso is October, where tickets cost $101 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $250 and $218 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago to El Paso?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $405 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to El Paso?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to El Paso, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to El Paso, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$86
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to El Paso

When to book flights from Chicago to El Paso

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to El Paso based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to El Paso

  • Can I find a USO at either of the Chicago airports?

    Yes, at both airports. Chicago O'Hare has two USO lounges and Midway has one. At ORD, the lounges are located landside and Terminal 2 and airside in Terminal 3 The Midway USO is located airside on Concourse C. All three of these USO lounges offer their facilities and services for free to active duty US military personnel and their families. Amenities include seating areas that are comfy and relaxing, devices for entertainment and connectivity, refreshments, flight information, and lots more.

  • Do the Chicago airports offer private facilities for nursing moms?

    Yes, both airports offer private facilities where nursing moms can breastfeed in private if that's what they prefer and where they can pump if they need to. Chicago O'Hare has freestanding lactation suite and a Mother's Room in each terminal. Midway has a freestanding lactation suite on Concourse A and a Mother's Room on Concourse C.

  • Where can I pick up my rental car at the El Paso Airport?

    Once you have landed at ELP, follow the signs to baggage claim. In this baggage claim area, there are many car rental agencies. Some of the companies represented at ELP include Enterprise, Avis, Alamo, Budget, Hertz, Payless, Dollar, and Thrifty. It is best to make your reservation in advance of your trip from Chicago to El Paso.

  • How can I get to my destination in El Paso from ELP?

    At the Arrivals curb of ELP, you will find taxis readily available anytime day or night. All taxis are metered and you do not need a reservation in order to flag one down. ELP also has a number of airport Shared Ride Shuttles that can take you to your El Paso destination. These shuttles are available 24 hours.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to El Paso?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to El Paso was $86 for a one-way ticket and $210 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and El Paso?

    A passport is not required to fly from Chicago to El Paso.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to El Paso?

    On your way to El Paso, you’ll fly out from one of these Chicago airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl. You’ll be landing at El Paso.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to El Paso?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to El Paso flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to El Paso?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to El Paso flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to El Paso?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and El Paso, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to El Paso?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago to El Paso on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to El Paso, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to El Paso are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $367 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $447 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to El Paso?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to El Paso.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to El Paso?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to El Paso from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to El Paso?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to El Paso with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to El Paso?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to El Paso from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to El Paso

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $180 or less one-way and $418 or less round-trip.
  • The city of Chicago has two important airports, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Midway International Airport (MDW). ORD is a hub for United, American, Spirit, and others. MDW is a hub for Southwest and a focus city for Frontier. The El Paso International Airport (ELP) is a hub for Continental Airlines, New Mexico Airlines, and others.
  • From Chicago O'Hare, you can catch a direct flight to El Paso on airlines such as American and United. Southwest, American, and United are among the airlines that operate one-stop flights between ORD and ELP. Common stops include Dallas, Phoenix, and Denver. Airline such as American, Delta, and United have two-stop flights between ORD and ELP.
  • From Midway, it is unlikely that you will find a direct flight to El Paso. However, airlines such as Southwest, Delta, and Frontier offer one-stop flights between MDW and ELP. Some layover destinations include Atlanta, Houston, and Denver. You can catch a two-stop flight from MDW to ELP on airline such as Frontier and Delta.
  • If you don't want your muscles to get stiff and sore on your flight to Texas, you can limber up at the Yoga Room located at both Chicago O'Hare and Midway. Enjoy low-key, calming stretches demonstrated on the wall-mounted TVs. These rooms are available every day from 6 am to 10 pm and do not have changing facilities.
  • As soon as you land at the El Paso Airport, take a look around you to start enjoying some of the city’s culture right away. The Art Windows of El Paso is a rotating art exhibit that displays the talent of local artists. You can see the majority of these pieces and installations landside in the Meet & Greet Area and in baggage claim.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to El Paso?

 
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Chicago to El Paso

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Southwest

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Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Southwest

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Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Southwest

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Saturday

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Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

El Paso to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,United Airlines, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Southwest

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Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Southwest

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Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines,Southwest

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Chicago to El Paso

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4314 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
8.6Crew
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Southwest is kind of a slum airline. It’s gotten more expensive over the years for less and less service. I am a Southwest Chase Visa card holder and was forced to choose a seat in the 26th row in the middle seat. However my wife who is a rewards member but doesn’t hold a card or anything else, gets randomly assigned a normally paid seat in row 6! How does that work?

4.0 OkayDavid, Apr 2026
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Southwest is kind of a slum airline. It’s gotten more expensive over the years for less and less service. I am a Southwest Chase Visa card holder and was forced to choose a seat in the 26th row in the middle seat. However my wife who is a rewards member but doesn’t hold a card or anything else, gets randomly assigned a normally paid seat in row 6! How does that work?

The seat was not comfortable. 1D. My back was sore all night and the next day.

One of the best airlines for fast boarding, on time arrivals, and top notch service!

I flew twice this week on Southwest, was delayed over 2 hours both ways. From Pittsburgh to Chicago it was due to weather but the gate agents, pilot etc were great at updating everyone. Today from Midway to Pittsburgh the plane had come from an international location, kept getting delayed, no information was given until we were delayed for the third time. It was ridiculous, whoever scheduled that plane to fly to Pittsburgh after didn’t consider a lot of things.

I elected to pay for the upgrades and found very little difference

The new seating arrangement is so over priced for what you get.

Snacks are always pretzels. Why can't you also offer peanuts ?

Flight was hours late, unable to sit next to spouse, I have had so much better experiences. Substantially better, only saving grace was that it was a short flight.

An entire day of delays. Cost lots of money. Meals and a hotel.

Only downside was the legroom and seat width, which is always a problem unless I spend more for a premium seat.

A long delay. Don't travel late in the day.

Super friendly with lots of drink options an entertainment. Friendly crew.

The crew was great. Very friendly and responsive. The plane was old, small and tight. We ran out of overhead space and I had to check. Middle seat was particularly tight.

Several missed and almost missed connections. It felt like everything was being patched together last minute without enough resources and it ended up being an extremely stressful experience that basically ruined our weekend on the west coast. What a waste.

Crew was friendly. Seats are too narrow, particularly when a big person is in the adjacent seat, but I understand this is due to smaller planes usually flight into Lincoln. I have experienced several flight delays going out and coming into Lincoln airport, I say maybe 50% or higher of the flights I've taken out of this airport have been delayed.

Great flight. Boarded efficiently. Arrived early at CLT. There was no in flight entertainment on this aircraft. Great crew.

The seat was comfortable. There was a lot of turbulence. If it weren't for that,it would have been okay.

Poor communication, flight was delayed for preventable reasons. I missed my connection.

No meal service to the back of the plane as it started late or was too slow to get it out before it was time to land.

Terrible, if possible won't be flying again anytime soon!

The airplane was an old model, the overhead didn’t have enough room for people’s items and made boarding and boarding disappointing and stressful. Crew allowed passengers to bring more than the permitted baggage sizes.

Original flight was on time, then late, then changed gates...4 times. Once our newest plane came in, it was fine.

I almost missed my flight and they helped me out enormously

Delays experienced in boarding/take off due to incoming plane delayed. However, the boarding time/depart time in the app was significantly delayed in providing these updates. Usually not updated until an hour after we should have already boarded. Poorly managed.

Moved to earlier flight which unexpectedly had maintenance issues initially indicated as quick fix to ultimately plane changes. Moved back to original flight, also delayed. In all cases customer updates and communication very unclear, no updates on drivers for delays.

Typical AA - late by 90+ mn. Gate changed twice... Changed the departure time 6 times No explanation, no communication on reasons for delay I travel with AA twice a year... and it is consistently very poor.. I will continue to use AA only when i have to.

The gate got changed several times and the flight was delayed over an hour. Awful experience

American continues to decline in their customer service and its beyond disappointing.

It was an older plane. First Class was not especially roomy or comfortable. It was a short flight so there were no meal but they did offer mixed nuts which used to be normal but now is rare. Crew member was very polite and professional.

Flight to Tampa was delayed taking off due to plane arriving late but no other issues

Plane was hot and miserable and the crew was rude!

12 hour delay required getting on and off plane 3 times - would have at least liked to have been offered a snack or drink

They didn’t offer a water, even after I asked

They switched our terminal 3 times and we were delayed for four plus hours!!!

It was an early flight and most people napped/slept and the crew let us which was nice.

The crew acted like they had never done this and kept barking passive aggressive orders at people. + the security line + the delay + sitting on the tarmac for 2 hours + none of the apps or signage updating with correct times

More inflight connection. And leg space is horrible. And the paying for baggage I'd ridiculous!!!

My flight was originally from SAT to MCO connecting from MCO to ORD. We got diverted to ATL and than Frontier staff there was sooo un helpful first they said they couldn’t give us any accommodation since our flight first got delayed that cancelled and now it’s 221am and I am still in ATL since they said they need to create a new flight my final destination is ORD and I have been delayed twice and cancelled. With no real help the frontier app didn’t work no email updates over all such a horrible experience

There's no seats that lean back with little leg space i wad uncomfortable the entire flight. Your charges for extra baggage is despicable and costly!!

Remind customers of the need to have passport or new ID for boarding.

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