Flying from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to El Paso International Airport (ELP): what you need to know
Your ABQ to ELP flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Albuquerque Airport to El Paso International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ABQ and ELP:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to El Paso International Airport (ELP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Albuquerque Airport to El Paso International Airport flight is 178 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 324 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from ABQ to ELP. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Albuquerque Airport to El Paso International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ABQ to ELP.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Albuquerque Airport to El Paso International Airport.
Handy information about Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
You'll find ABQ at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from ABQ land on schedule 85% of the time.
To reach Albuquerque Airport from central Albuquerque, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to ABQ? If you're catching an early flight from Albuquerque Airport to El Paso International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at El Paso International Airport (ELP)
Book a hotel close to ELP if you're catching a late Albuquerque Airport to El Paso International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a El Paso International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and see more of El Paso and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from El Paso International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to central El Paso
You'll find ELP at 6701 Convair Dr..
El Paso International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central El Paso. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to El Paso International Airport (ELP)
October is the busiest month for flights from Albuquerque Airport to El Paso International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to El Paso in March.
The warmest month in El Paso is June, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Albuquerque Airport to El Paso International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from ABQ to ELP in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen El Paso, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 370 kilometres north to Albuquerque to tick off its leading attractions. From Balloon Fiesta Park to Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum and Petroglyph National Monument, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres west of El Paso, Tucson is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Saguaro National Park East Unit, St. Augustine Cathedral and El Presidio Plaza.
