Travelling from Phoenix to El Paso International Airport (ELP): What you need to know
Your adventure gets underway at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to El Paso International Airport (ELP) departing from either of these.
El Paso International Airport is located in El Paso. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour ahead of Phoenix.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Phoenix to ELP. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to El Paso International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Planning to catch a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)? Direct Phoenix to El Paso International Airport (ELP) flight tickets are available from this popular hub.
Get on your direct flight from Phoenix to ELP with American Airlines. This is one of the main carriers operating this route out of PHX.
American Airlines is the most popular choice for travellers flying from PHX to ELP.
Fly with American Airlines if you're looking for punctuality. Its flights between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and El Paso International Airport land as scheduled 87.15% of the time.
You can reach PHX from the centre of Phoenix in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to travel the 8 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport the day before your Phoenix to ELP flight:
Most flights that leave Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport get to their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 82.57%.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
If you're travelling to AZA from central Phoenix, it takes about 40 minutes to arrive by car. The drive to the airport is roughly 56 kilometres.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Phoenix to El Paso International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At AZA, that rate is 78.65%.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About El Paso International Airport (ELP)
Consider booking a hotel near ELP if you're catching a late flight from Phoenix to El Paso International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Begin your adventure by picking up an El Paso International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz to explore El Paso and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Phoenix to El Paso International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
ELP is located at 6701 Convair Dr..
Getting from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to central El Paso
El Paso International Airport to the centre of El Paso is around 11 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to El Paso International Airport (ELP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to El Paso International Airport is ₹ 8,692. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 16,358. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Phoenix to ELP, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Phoenix to El Paso International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to El Paso International Airport (ELP)
May is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to El Paso International Airport (ELP), while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to El Paso based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in El Paso is June, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your Phoenix to ELP flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 15ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to El Paso International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about El Paso
Start your El Paso trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Phoenix to El Paso International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your El Paso visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Franklin Mountains State Park, Franklin Mountains State Park and Chapoteo Water Park.
Explore more of the United States
Roswell is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of El Paso. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Spaceport Park, Downtown Historic District and Roswell Spacewalk.
Around 129 kilometres north of El Paso, Alamogordo is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Alameda Park Zoo, Tularosa Basin Museum of History and Alamogordo Historic Downtown.
