Which airports can I use when flying from El Paso to San Jose?

Flights from El Paso to San Jose usually depart from El Paso (ELP) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from El Paso to San Jose?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from El Paso to San Jose.

Which airports do connecting flights from El Paso to San Jose pass through?

One-stop flights from El Paso to San Jose most commonly connect through: • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 79% of one-stop connections • Los Angeles (LAX) - 15% of one-stop connections • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 6% of one-stop connections Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from El Paso to San Jose?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the El Paso to San Jose route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $586, a difference of $268. 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 popular places can I visit in San Jose?

Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Civic Auditorium. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from El Paso to San Jose?

A nonstop flight from El Paso to San Jose takes 0h 00m, covering 962 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from El Paso to San Jose?

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.

Have flight prices from El Paso to San Jose 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 $277 to $2,318. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from El Paso to San Jose looking right now?

One-way fares from El Paso to San Jose are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $272, which is 17% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from El Paso to San Jose?

Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 24m, compared with 4h 33m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 5h 09m via Los Angeles (LAX).

What is the time difference between El Paso and San Jose?

San Jose is 1 hour behind El Paso (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Fox • Thrifty • Dollar • Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a El Paso to San Jose flight?

Round-trip flights from El Paso to San Jose range from $391 to $464, with an average of $416 over the past 12 months. Anything below $391 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from El Paso to San Jose?

Southwest ($277) and American Airlines ($340) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from El Paso to San Jose according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from El Paso to San Jose?

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) is the most popular layover for the El Paso to San Jose route. 79% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via PHX.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from El Paso to San Jose?

Flights via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $334. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from El Paso to San Jose which airport offers the shortest layover?

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) had the shortest average connection time for El Paso to San Jose layovers at 164 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest round-trip

$277

Typical prices: $391-$464

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$161

Typical prices: $147-$422

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Sun 9/30

ELP - SJC • 1 stop

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When to travel

September

Cheapest • 25% price drop

June

Most popular

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Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)

Cheapest • Avg $334 (round-trip)

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)

Shortest trip • 4h 33m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from El Paso to San Jose

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7

1:25 pm - 4:20 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

3h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

1:05 pm - 7:25 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

5h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

$277Southwest

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10

3:25 pm - 6:35 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

4h 10m1 stop San Diego

12:20 pm - 6:00 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

4h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$281Southwest

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7

1:25 pm - 4:20 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

3h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7:30 am - 2:45 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

6h 15m2 stops Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$282Southwest

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10

1:45 pm - 7:30 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

6h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles

6:30 am - 1:45 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

6h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$286Southwest

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7

5:55 am - 12:05 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

7h 10m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego

7:30 am - 2:45 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

6h 15m2 stops Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$291Southwest

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10

1:45 pm - 7:30 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

6h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles

7:20 am - 3:45 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

7h 25m2 stops Long Beach Municipal Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$291Southwest

Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27

8:55 pm - 11:55 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

4h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

7:20 am - 2:15 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

5h 55m1 stop Austin Bergstrom

$301Southwest

Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27

5:50 am - 10:10 amELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

5h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

6:10 am - 4:20 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

9h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Houston Hobby

$306Southwest

Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12

7:00 pm - 10:43 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

4h 43m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

12:59 pm - 9:07 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

7h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$340American Airlines

Sun, Nov 22 - Fri, Nov 27

12:06 pm - 3:48 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

4h 42m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:00 am - 11:14 amSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

4h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$398American Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from El Paso to San Jose

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 3

6:45 am - 9:45 amELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

4h 00m1 stop San Diego

11:30 am - 5:15 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

4h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$688Southwest

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 3

10:25 am - 8:55 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

11h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Seattle/Tacoma Intl

4:05 pm - 9:00 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

3h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$698Southwest

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 21

7:18 pm - 9:32 amELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

15h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:38 pm - 8:23 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

5h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$699Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 21

8:00 am - 7:40 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

12h 40m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Portland

1:38 pm - 8:23 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

5h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$749Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Oct 3

6:45 am - 9:45 amELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

4h 00m1 stop San Diego

11:30 am - 5:15 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

4h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$753Southwest

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Oct 3

5:20 pm - 9:30 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

5h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2:00 pm - 9:35 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

6h 35m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$763Southwest

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 3

12:03 pm - 10:57 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

11h 54m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

10:37 am - 11:03 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

11h 26m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles

$792Alaska Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 22

5:35 pm - 9:25 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

4h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6:45 am - 12:45 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

5h 00m1 stop Denver Intl

$957Southwest

Sun, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 22

6:15 am - 11:20 amELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

6h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12:00 pm - 7:35 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

6h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$962Southwest

Sun, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 22

2:40 pm - 8:45 pmELP El Paso-SJC San Jose

7h 05m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Reno

8:40 am - 4:45 pmSJC San Jose-ELP El Paso

7h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$968Southwest

Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for El Paso to San Jose flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from El Paso to San Jose with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from El Paso to San Jose start at $277. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $391 to $464. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $277 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from El Paso to San Jose?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from El Paso to San Jose, it is 24% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 40% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from El Paso to San Jose?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from El Paso to San Jose at $311 round-trip.
•August ($697) and January ($696) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 124% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Low season	September
High season	June
Cheapest flight	$161

Best time to beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in price.

Most popular time to fly with an average 41% increase in price.

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When to book flights from El Paso to San Jose

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

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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Which airports can I use when flying from El Paso to San Jose?
Flights from El Paso to San Jose usually depart from El Paso (ELP) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from El Paso to San Jose?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from El Paso to San Jose.
Which airports do connecting flights from El Paso to San Jose pass through?
One-stop flights from El Paso to San Jose most commonly connect through:

• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 79% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 6% of one-stop connections

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from El Paso to San Jose?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the El Paso to San Jose route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $586, a difference of $268. 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 popular places can I visit in San Jose?
Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Civic Auditorium. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from El Paso to San Jose?
A nonstop flight from El Paso to San Jose takes 0h 00m, covering 962 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from El Paso to San Jose?
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.
Have flight prices from El Paso to San Jose 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 $277 to $2,318. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from El Paso to San Jose looking right now?
One-way fares from El Paso to San Jose are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $272, which is 17% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from El Paso to San Jose?
Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 24m, compared with 4h 33m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 5h 09m via Los Angeles (LAX).
What is the time difference between El Paso and San Jose?
San Jose is 1 hour behind El Paso (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?
San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Europcar
• Fox
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
How much should I expect to pay for a El Paso to San Jose flight?
Round-trip flights from El Paso to San Jose range from $391 to $464, with an average of $416 over the past 12 months. Anything below $391 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $318 - about $268 less than Tuesday (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your El Paso to San Jose trip for September. Fares historically average $311 round-trip in that month - typically $386 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Jose Airport.
- Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
- DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose
- Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport

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