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Cheapest round-trip
$176
Typical prices: $324-$523
Frontier
Sat 12/1Sat 12/8
ORD - ELP • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$261
Typical prices: $328-$502
American Airlines
Tue 2/20Tue 2/27
ORD - ELP • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 3h 45m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $290 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to El Paso (ORD-ELP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to El Paso

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:00 am - 6:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ELP El Paso
12h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:08 pm - 12:54 amELP  El Paso-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
$176Frontier
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:00 am - 6:18 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ELP El Paso
12h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:08 pm - 12:54 amELP  El Paso-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
$179Frontier
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:30 am - 6:21 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ELP El Paso
12h 51m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:16 pm - 12:21 amELP  El Paso-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$184Frontier
Sat, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 27
American Airlines Logo
9:16 pm - 11:59 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ELP El Paso
3h 43mnonstop
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6:43 am - 11:00 amELP  El Paso-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 17mnonstop
$261American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 12
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 10:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ELP El Paso
3h 52mnonstop
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10:40 am - 2:55 pmELP  El Paso-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 15mnonstop
$261United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
9:30 pm - 12:01 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ELP El Paso
3h 31mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:52 am - 11:10 amELP  El Paso-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 18mnonstop
$267American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 10:41 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ELP El Paso
3h 51mnonstop
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5:40 am - 2:43 pmELP  El Paso-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 03m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$271United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
9:30 pm - 12:01 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ELP El Paso
3h 31mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:52 am - 11:10 amELP  El Paso-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 18mnonstop
$273American Airlines
Sat, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 27
Delta Logo
1:35 pm - 10:21 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ELP El Paso
9h 46m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:25 pm - 10:20 pmELP  El Paso-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$286Delta
Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 17
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 12:43 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ELP El Paso
8h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:25 pm - 10:20 pmELP  El Paso-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$293Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso typically range from $324 to $523. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $176, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 42% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso at $336 round-trip.
•August ($482) and March ($458) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to El Paso

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$81
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to El Paso

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl 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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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:45 pm and lands at 4:30 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:55 pm and lands at 1:40 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 45m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso takes 3h 45m, covering 1,234 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso range from $324 to $523, with an average of $399 over the past 12 months. Anything below $324 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 41% above the $399 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $290 round-trip via Dallas Love Field (DAL), compared to $404 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso flights, with 33% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and morning flights for 1%.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $174 to $1,071. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $123, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at El Paso Airport (ELP)?

    El Paso Airport (ELP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at El Paso (ELP).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $374 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $567, a difference of $193.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso?

    2 airlines operate flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and El Paso. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso?

    Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 22m, compared with 6h 15m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 36m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and El Paso?

    El Paso is 1 hour behind Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso flights:

    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $374, about $193 less than Sunday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso trip for April. Fares historically average $336 round-trip in that month - typically $146 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $290 round-trip on this route - about $114 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to El Paso Airport.

    • Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham El Paso
    • Wyndham El Paso Airport Hotel and Water Park
    • Radisson Hotel El Paso Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to El Paso?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to El Paso Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to El Paso

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Direct returns

El Paso to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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