Direct (nonstop) flights from El Paso to Austin

1 airline flys nonstop from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). It's 529 miles (851 km), about 1h 35m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

ELP
El Paso International Airport
🇺🇸 El Paso, USA
AUS
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
🇺🇸 Austin, USA
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
529 mi
851 km
CO₂/pax
98 kg
−66 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
ELP → AUS
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
529 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from El Paso to Austin with one stop · direct emits 98 kg CO₂ per passenger

ELP DAL (Dallas) AUS
Leg 1: 1h 45m (562 mi) Leg 2: 1h (188 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 164 kg CO₂ (+67% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → DAL
1h 45m · 562 mi
View ELP to DAL flights →
Leg 2
DAL → AUS
1h · 188 mi
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ELP HOU (Houston) AUS
Leg 1: 1h 50m (677 mi) Leg 2: 55m (148 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → HOU
1h 50m · 677 mi
View ELP to HOU flights →
Leg 2
HOU → AUS
55m · 148 mi
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ELP DFW (Dallas) AUS
Leg 1: 1h 49m (552 mi) Leg 2: 1h 7m (189 mi) Total: ~2h 56m 🍃 162 kg CO₂ (+65% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → DFW
1h 49m · 552 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → AUS
1h 7m · 189 mi
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ELP IAH (Houston) AUS
Leg 1: 2h 1m (668 mi) Leg 2: 1h 4m (140 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+79% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → IAH
2h 1m · 668 mi
View ELP to IAH flights →
Leg 2
IAH → AUS
1h 4m · 140 mi
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ELP PHX (Phoenix) AUS
Leg 1: 1h 26m (345 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (871 mi) Total: ~3h 41m 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+155% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → PHX
1h 26m · 345 mi
View ELP to PHX flights →
Leg 2
PHX → AUS
2h 15m · 871 mi
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AUS → ELP: Flights from Austin to El Paso

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from El Paso to Austin?

A nonstop flight from El Paso (ELP) to Austin (AUS) takes approximately 1 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 529 miles (851 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from El Paso to Austin?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from El Paso to Austin?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is El Paso from Austin?

The flight distance from El Paso to Austin is 529 miles (851 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from El Paso to Austin?

At 1h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from El Paso to Austin?

Roughly 98 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 490 km.

Is the return flight from Austin to El Paso also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from El Paso to Austin?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at El Paso International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.