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Cheapest round-trip
$215
Typical prices: $379-$487
Frontier
Fri 10/5Sun 10/7
MCI - ELP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$136
Typical prices: $185-$339
Frontier
Wed 10/3
MCI - ELP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and El Paso. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 7% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Cheapest • Avg $415 (round-trip)
Austin Bergstrom (AUS)
Shortest trip • 4h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to El Paso (MCI-ELP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to El Paso

Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
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8:32 pm - 6:37 pmMCI  Kansas City-ELP El Paso
23h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:35 pm - 7:37 pmELP  El Paso-MCI Kansas City
23h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$206Frontier
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 7
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8:32 pm - 6:37 pmMCI  Kansas City-ELP El Paso
23h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:35 pm - 7:48 pmELP  El Paso-MCI Kansas City
23h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$215Frontier
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:43 pm - 6:19 pmMCI  Kansas City-ELP El Paso
22h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:14 pm - 7:48 pmELP  El Paso-MCI Kansas City
23h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
$233Frontier
Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1
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8:32 pm - 6:37 pmMCI  Kansas City-ELP El Paso
23h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:35 pm - 7:37 pmELP  El Paso-MCI Kansas City
23h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$263Frontier
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:55 am - 12:15 pmMCI  Kansas City-ELP El Paso
6h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:20 am - 5:25 pmELP  El Paso-MCI Kansas City
7h 05m1 stop Los Angeles
$289Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:00 am - 10:10 amMCI  Kansas City-ELP El Paso
5h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:20 am - 4:05 pmELP  El Paso-MCI Kansas City
8h 45m2 stops Dallas Love Field New Orleans Louis Armstrong
$294Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:00 pm - 10:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-ELP El Paso
5h 50m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Dallas Love Field
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6:20 am - 4:05 pmELP  El Paso-MCI Kansas City
8h 45m2 stops Dallas Love Field New Orleans Louis Armstrong
$299Southwest
Tue, Dec 22 - Thu, Dec 31
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5:30 am - 12:04 pmMCI  Kansas City-ELP El Paso
7h 34m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:00 am - 4:24 pmELP  El Paso-MCI Kansas City
7h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$371American Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Thu, Dec 31
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5:30 am - 12:04 pmMCI  Kansas City-ELP El Paso
7h 34m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:31 pm - 12:21 amELP  El Paso-MCI Kansas City
5h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$415American Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18
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5:25 am - 9:13 amMCI  Kansas City-ELP El Paso
4h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:36 pm - 11:23 pmELP  El Paso-MCI Kansas City
4h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$417American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to El Paso flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to El Paso start at $215. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $379 to $487. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $215 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to El Paso?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to El Paso, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 28% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to El Paso?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to El Paso at $388 round-trip.
  • May ($456) and December ($452) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 17% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Kansas City to El Paso flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$136
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to El Paso

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to El Paso flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kansas City to El Paso?

    Flights from Kansas City to El Paso usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at El Paso (ELP).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kansas City to El Paso?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kansas City to El Paso.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kansas City to El Paso pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kansas City to El Paso most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kansas City to El Paso?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Kansas City to El Paso route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $391 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $533, a difference of $142. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to El Paso?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to El Paso takes 0h 00m, covering 833 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kansas City 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.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City 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 $215 to $1,924. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kansas City to El Paso looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kansas City to El Paso are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $483, which is 110% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kansas City to El Paso?

    Flying via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 15m, compared with 4h 29m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 4h 47m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and El Paso?

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

  • 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
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kansas City to El Paso flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to El Paso range from $379 to $487, with an average of $415 over the past 12 months. Anything below $379 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kansas City to El Paso flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $391 - about $142 less than Monday (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to El Paso trip for September. Fares historically average $388 round-trip in that month - typically $68 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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.
    - Radisson Hotel El Paso Airport
    - Wyndham El Paso Airport Hotel and Water Park
    - Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham El Paso

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