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Cheapest round-trip
$169
Typical prices: $252-$454
Frontier
Fri 10/26Fri 11/2
SFO - ELP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$91
Typical prices: $116-$228
Frontier
Wed 10/3
SFO - ELP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and El Paso. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 40% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $281 (round-trip)
Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 4h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to El Paso (SFO-ELP)

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

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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7:13 pm - 6:21 pmSFO  San Francisco-ELP El Paso
22h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:16 pm - 11:17 amELP  El Paso-SFO San Francisco
17h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
$169Frontier
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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7:13 pm - 6:21 pmSFO  San Francisco-ELP El Paso
22h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:16 pm - 8:32 pmELP  El Paso-SFO San Francisco
26h 16m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
$191Frontier
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
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11:53 am - 6:37 pmSFO  San Francisco-ELP El Paso
5h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:14 pm - 11:05 amELP  El Paso-SFO San Francisco
16h 51m1 stop Denver Intl
$204Frontier
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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2:30 pm - 9:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-ELP El Paso
6h 20m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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3:20 pm - 10:20 pmELP  El Paso-SFO San Francisco
8h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$234Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 15
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5:05 am - 10:15 amSFO  San Francisco-ELP El Paso
4h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 pm - 9:25 pmELP  El Paso-SFO San Francisco
4h 25m1 stop Los Angeles
$234Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 15
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7:00 am - 3:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-ELP El Paso
7h 45m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:50 pm - 9:20 pmELP  El Paso-SFO San Francisco
5h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$240Southwest
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
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7:11 pm - 12:27 amSFO  San Francisco-ELP El Paso
4h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:06 pm - 11:37 pmELP  El Paso-SFO San Francisco
6h 31m1 stop Los Angeles
$355American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 30
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7:11 pm - 12:27 amSFO  San Francisco-ELP El Paso
4h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 10:01 amELP  El Paso-SFO San Francisco
5h 01m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$355American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 30
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1:51 pm - 12:27 amSFO  San Francisco-ELP El Paso
9h 36m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:00 pm - 11:52 pmELP  El Paso-SFO San Francisco
12h 52m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$466Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28
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10:32 am - 10:14 pmSFO  San Francisco-ELP El Paso
10h 42m2 stops San Diego Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:18 pm - 8:14 amELP  El Paso-SFO San Francisco
11h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$473Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

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

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

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to El Paso start at $169. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $252 to $454. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $169 on Frontier.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to El Paso, it is 30% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 20% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to El Paso at $212 round-trip.
  • June ($489) and April ($393) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 130% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Francisco to El Paso flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$91
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 32% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to El Paso

When to book flights from San Francisco to El Paso

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to El Paso?

    Flights from San Francisco to El Paso usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at El Paso (ELP).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to El Paso:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the San Francisco to El Paso route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 42%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $250 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $426: a $176 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to El Paso?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to El Paso takes 0h 00m, covering 991 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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 are flight prices from San Francisco to El Paso looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to El Paso are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $168, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 37m, compared with 4h 43m via San Diego (SAN) and 4h 44m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and El Paso?

    El Paso is 1 hour ahead of San Francisco (Mountain Time vs Pacific 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 San Francisco to El Paso flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to El Paso range from $252 to $454, with an average of $355 over the past 12 months. Anything below $252 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco 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 Saturday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $250 - about $176 less than Friday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to El Paso trip for November. Fares historically average $212 round-trip in that month - typically $277 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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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