Journey information
Overview: San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX flight
Flights from San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX depart on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $148 (€118) but you can travel from only $74 (€59) by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 21:38. The fastest flight covers the 502 miles (808 km) distance in 3h 44m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 502 miles (808 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $148 (€118) |
Flights per day 33 |
Fastest flight 3h 44m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 9:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
The cheapest and fastest flights from San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX
Cheapest price
$244
Average price
$292
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
808 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX will cost around $292 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $244.
Of the 5 flights that leave San Antonio, TX for El Paso, TX onSat, May 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 09 the direct flights cover the 808 km distance in an average of 5 h 52 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
On Sat, May 09 the longest flights will take 6 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2:19 AM3h58San Antonio, TX6:17 AMEl Paso, TX$2441One-way0 transfers
10:45 PM5h37San Antonio, TX4:22 AMEl Paso, TX$2881One-way0 transfers
10:04 PM6h14San Antonio, TX4:18 AMEl Paso, TX$3021One-way0 transfers
10:40 PM6h42San Antonio, TX5:22 AMEl Paso, TX$3121One-way0 transfers
2:37 PM6h53San Antonio, TX9:30 PMEl Paso, TX$3151One-way0 transfers
2:19 AM3h58San Antonio, TX6:17 AMEl Paso, TX$2441One-way0 transfers
10:45 PM5h37San Antonio, TX4:22 AMEl Paso, TX$2881One-way0 transfers
10:04 PM6h14San Antonio, TX4:18 AMEl Paso, TX$3021One-way0 transfers
10:40 PM6h42San Antonio, TX5:22 AMEl Paso, TX$3121One-way0 transfers
10:34 PM6h47San Antonio, TX5:21 AMEl Paso, TX$3251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $98. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $98, and a flight costs an average of $148.
Distance: 502 miles (808 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$285 Average price | $139 Average price | $126 Average price Cheapest | $115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX:
A train is $13 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX costing on average $139 (€111).
A train is $159 (€127) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX costing on average $285 (€228).
Other travel options to El Paso, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 4m.
Train takes on average 11h 40m.
Live departures
San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX flight times
The table below shows live departures for San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX flights for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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AA2342 · AA2067 | 5:00 AM San Antonio International Airport | 5h55 | 9:55 AM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6259 · UA6217 | 5:30 AM San Antonio International Airport | 11h34 | 4:04 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6259 · UA1800 · UA792 | 5:30 AM San Antonio International Airport | 8h55 | 1:25 PM El Paso International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA6259 · UA6309 | 5:30 AM San Antonio International Airport | 6h55 | 11:25 AM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2086+ AA6242 | 6:00 AM San Antonio International Airport | 6h20 | 11:20 AM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2266 · AA2067 | 6:00 AM San Antonio International Airport | 4h55 | 9:55 AM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2266+ AA3401 | 6:00 AM San Antonio International Airport | 7h05 | 12:05 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3098 · AA841 | 7:00 AM San Antonio International Airport | 8h10 | 2:10 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3098 · AA2067 | 7:00 AM San Antonio International Airport | 3h55 | 9:55 AM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3098+ AA3401 | 7:00 AM San Antonio International Airport | 6h05 | 12:05 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA410 · UA6217 | 7:35 AM San Antonio International Airport | 9h29 | 4:04 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA410 · UA6309 | 7:35 AM San Antonio International Airport | 4h50 | 11:25 AM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA410 · UA3983 | 7:35 AM San Antonio International Airport | 11h04 | 5:39 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2377 · AA841 | 8:15 AM San Antonio International Airport | 6h55 | 2:10 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2377+ AA3401 | 8:15 AM San Antonio International Airport | 4h50 | 12:05 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2853 · UA792 | 8:48 AM San Antonio International Airport | 5h37 | 1:25 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2853 · UA333 | 8:48 AM San Antonio International Airport | 13h22 | 9:10 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1545 · AA2064 | 9:36 AM San Antonio International Airport | 7h53 | 4:29 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1545 · AA841 | 9:36 AM San Antonio International Airport | 5h34 | 2:10 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA753 · UA4009 | 9:50 AM San Antonio International Airport | 12h34 | 9:24 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA753 · UA1246 · UA333 | 9:50 AM San Antonio International Airport | 12h20 | 9:10 PM El Paso International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA753 · UA6217 | 9:50 AM San Antonio International Airport | 7h14 | 4:04 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA753 · UA3983 | 9:50 AM San Antonio International Airport | 8h49 | 5:39 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6367+ AA2064 | 11:35 AM San Antonio International Airport | 5h54 | 4:29 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6367+ AA4124 | 11:35 AM San Antonio International Airport | 7h37 | 6:12 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1282 · UA1246 · UA333 | 11:45 AM San Antonio International Airport | 10h25 | 9:10 PM El Paso International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1282 · UA3983 | 11:45 AM San Antonio International Airport | 6h54 | 5:39 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1282 · UA4009 | 11:45 AM San Antonio International Airport | 10h39 | 9:24 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1282 · UA4010 | 11:45 AM San Antonio International Airport | 12h00 | 10:45 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1282 · UA6217 | 11:45 AM San Antonio International Airport | 5h19 | 4:04 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1282 · UA470 · UA333 | 11:45 AM San Antonio International Airport | 10h25 | 9:10 PM El Paso International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1789 · UA333 | 1:11 PM San Antonio International Airport | 8h59 | 9:10 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA413 · AA2064 | 1:32 PM San Antonio International Airport | 3h57 | 4:29 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA413+ AA4124 | 1:32 PM San Antonio International Airport | 5h40 | 6:12 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2243 · UA5571 | 2:00 PM San Antonio International Airport | 22h54 | 11:54 AM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1571 · UA4010 | 2:25 PM San Antonio International Airport | 9h20 | 10:45 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1571 · UA3983 | 2:25 PM San Antonio International Airport | 4h14 | 5:39 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1571 · UA4009 | 2:25 PM San Antonio International Airport | 7h59 | 9:24 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1571 · UA470 · UA333 | 2:25 PM San Antonio International Airport | 7h45 | 9:10 PM El Paso International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA3134+ AA3564 | 2:40 PM San Antonio International Airport | 4h48 | 6:28 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2609 · AA3011 | 3:11 PM San Antonio International Airport | 8h08 | 10:19 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2609+ AA4124 | 3:11 PM San Antonio International Airport | 4h01 | 6:12 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA404 · UA4009 | 4:10 PM San Antonio International Airport | 6h14 | 9:24 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA404 · UA4010 | 4:10 PM San Antonio International Airport | 7h35 | 10:45 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1449 · AA1607 | 4:28 PM San Antonio International Airport | 7h53 | 11:21 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1449 · AA3011 | 4:28 PM San Antonio International Airport | 6h51 | 10:19 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2479 · UA333 | 4:35 PM San Antonio International Airport | 5h35 | 9:10 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA697 · UA5571 | 5:44 PM San Antonio International Airport | 19h10 | 11:54 AM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2374 · AA1607 | 5:45 PM San Antonio International Airport | 6h36 | 11:21 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2374 · AA3011 | 5:45 PM San Antonio International Airport | 5h34 | 10:19 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA515 · UA4009 | 6:02 PM San Antonio International Airport | 4h22 | 9:24 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA515 · UA4010 | 6:02 PM San Antonio International Airport | 5h43 | 10:45 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6254 · UA4010 | 7:10 PM San Antonio International Airport | 4h35 | 10:45 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3011+ AA3827 | 7:12 PM San Antonio International Airport | 4h07 | 10:19 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1607+ AA3827 | 7:12 PM San Antonio International Airport | 5h09 | 11:21 PM El Paso International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at El Paso, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Sun City Music Festival, a vibrant electronic music festival featuring top DJs and artists from around the world
- El Paso Downtown Street Festival, a lively celebration with live music, food vendors, and family-friendly activities
- Dia de los Muertos Festival, a culturally rich event honoring the deceased with altars, art displays, and traditional performances.
- Franklin Mountains State Park, a vast natural area offering hiking, rock climbing, and scenic views of the surrounding desert landscape
- El Paso Museum of Art, featuring a diverse collection of American, European, and Mexican art
- El Paso Zoo, home to a variety of animals and interactive exhibits in a family-friendly environment
- Plaza Theatre, a historic venue hosting concerts, Broadway shows, and other live performances
- Chamizal National Memorial, a cultural site commemorating the peaceful resolution of a border dispute between the U.S. and Mexico, with exhibits and events.
- Labor Day, warm weather perfect for outdoor activities and local festivities
- Thanksgiving, a time for family gatherings and community events with pleasant fall temperatures
- Memorial Day, honoring veterans with parades and a vibrant atmosphere as summer begins.
- Wyler Aerial Tramway, providing panoramic views of the city and surrounding landscapes from the top of Ranger Peak
- Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site, known for its unique rock formations and ancient pictographs, ideal for rock climbing and exploring
- El Paso Downtown Artist and Farmers Market, offering local art, crafts, and fresh produce every Saturday
- Keystone Heritage Park and Botanical Gardens, a serene spot for bird watching and enjoying native plants
- El Paso Holocaust Museum & Study Center, dedicated to educating the public about the Holocaust and promoting tolerance.
popular airports
Popular airports from San Antonio, TX to El Paso, TX
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Duty-Free and local souvenir shops.
- Parking available on-site, approximately 2.4€ (CAD 3.50) per hour.
- Restaurants are located in both terminals, including Tex-Mex and American cuisine. Top options include La Gloria and Rosario's.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport in both terminals.
- Hotels within walking distance, including the Hilton San Antonio Airport.
- Lounges available, including the United Club in terminal B.
- Lost and Found located in terminal A, near the baggage claim area.
- Car rental services are available on-site from major providers like Hertz and Avis.
- VIA Metropolitan Transit bus line 5, stop at San Antonio Intertiol Airport, 8 miles
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