Direct (nonstop) flights from El Paso to Houston

1 airline flys nonstop from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). It's 677 miles (1,090 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

ELP
El Paso International Airport
🇺🇸 El Paso, USA
HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
677 mi
1,090 km
CO₂/pax
125 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
ELP → HOU
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
677 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from El Paso to Houston with one stop · direct emits 125 kg CO₂ per passenger

ELP SAT (San Antonio) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 25m (496 mi) Leg 2: 1h (192 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → SAT
1h 25m · 496 mi
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Leg 2
SAT → HOU
1h · 192 mi
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ELP AUS (Austin) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 35m (529 mi) Leg 2: 1h (148 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → AUS
1h 35m · 529 mi
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Leg 2
AUS → HOU
1h · 148 mi
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ELP DAL (Dallas) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 45m (562 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (239 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 173 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → DAL
1h 45m · 562 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → HOU
1h 15m · 239 mi
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ELP DFW (Dallas) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 49m (552 mi) Leg 2: 1h 21m (247 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 173 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → DFW
1h 49m · 552 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → HOU
1h 21m · 247 mi
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ELP PHX (Phoenix) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 26m (345 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (1,019 mi) Total: ~3h 56m 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+109% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → PHX
1h 26m · 345 mi
View ELP to PHX flights →
Leg 2
PHX → HOU
2h 30m · 1,019 mi
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HOU → ELP: Flights from Houston to El Paso

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from El Paso (ELP) to Houston (HOU) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 677 miles (1,090 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from El Paso to Houston?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from El Paso to Houston?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is El Paso from Houston?

The flight distance from El Paso to Houston is 677 miles (1,090 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from El Paso to Houston?

At 1h 50m, 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 Houston?

Roughly 125 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 625 km.

Is the return flight from Houston 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 Houston?

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.