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Cheapest round-trip
$205
Typical prices: $384-$587
Frontier
Sat 1/13Fri 1/19
RDU - ELP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$128
Typical prices: $188-$344
Frontier
Sat 12/8
RDU - ELP • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and El Paso. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 27% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $312 (round-trip)
Houston Hobby (HOU)
Shortest trip • 5h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to El Paso (RDU-ELP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to El Paso

Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 19
Frontier Logo
4:51 pm - 6:28 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ELP El Paso
27h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
7:23 pm - 3:56 pmELP  El Paso-RDU Raleigh-Durham
18h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$205Frontier
Fri, Jan 15 - Tue, Jan 19
Frontier Logo
4:51 pm - 6:28 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ELP El Paso
27h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
7:23 pm - 3:56 pmELP  El Paso-RDU Raleigh-Durham
18h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$205Frontier
Thu, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 19
Southwest Logo
11:55 am - 5:10 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ELP El Paso
7h 15m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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3:15 pm - 11:10 pmELP  El Paso-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$363Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
4:46 pm - 11:42 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ELP El Paso
8h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:35 am - 3:52 pmELP  El Paso-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$363American Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 20
Delta Logo
7:06 am - 12:40 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ELP El Paso
7h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 3:35 pmELP  El Paso-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$363Delta
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20
Delta Logo
3:54 pm - 10:03 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ELP El Paso
8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:58 pmELP  El Paso-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$363Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
4:15 pm - 10:05 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ELP El Paso
7h 50m2 stops Nashville Intl Denver Intl
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2:50 pm - 11:05 pmELP  El Paso-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 15m1 stop Houston Hobby
$368Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:20 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ELP El Paso
7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:05 am - 3:44 pmELP  El Paso-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 39m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$483United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 5:37 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ELP El Paso
6h 37m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 3:44 pmELP  El Paso-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 04m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$483United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28
American Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 6:54 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ELP El Paso
6h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:57 pm - 5:20 amELP  El Paso-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 23m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$694American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to El Paso flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to El Paso typically range from $384 to $587. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $205, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to El Paso. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to El Paso?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to El Paso at $345 round-trip.
•March ($666) and August ($580) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 93% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Raleigh to El Paso flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$128
Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Raleigh to El Paso

When to book flights from Raleigh to El Paso

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

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

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Raleigh to El Paso?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to El Paso takes 00m, covering 1,602 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to El Paso flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to El Paso range from $384 to $587, with an average of $470 over the past 12 months. Anything below $384 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Raleigh 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 $205 to $1,891. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to El Paso are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $194, which is 6% 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 averaging $66 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Raleigh to El Paso usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at El Paso (ELP).

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Raleigh to El Paso. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $426 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $653, a difference of $227.

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

    Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 49m, compared with 6h 05m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 6h 08m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and El Paso?

    El Paso is 2 hours behind Raleigh (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Raleigh 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 Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $426, about $227 less than Monday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to El Paso trip for January. Fares historically average $345 round-trip in that month - typically $321 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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

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