Direct (nonstop) flights from El Paso to San Antonio

1 airline flys nonstop from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to San Antonio International (SAT). It's 496 miles (799 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

ELP
El Paso International Airport
🇺🇸 El Paso, USA
SAT
San Antonio International
🇺🇸 San Antonio, USA
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
496 mi
799 km
CO₂/pax
92 kg
−94 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 20, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
ELP → SAT
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
496 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from El Paso to San Antonio with one stop · direct emits 92 kg CO₂ per passenger

ELP HOU (Houston) SAT
Leg 1: 1h 50m (677 mi) Leg 2: 1h (192 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+102% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → HOU
1h 50m · 677 mi
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Leg 2
HOU → SAT
1h · 192 mi
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ELP DAL (Dallas) SAT
Leg 1: 1h 45m (562 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (248 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+90% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → DAL
1h 45m · 562 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → SAT
1h 10m · 248 mi
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ELP DFW (Dallas) SAT
Leg 1: 1h 49m (552 mi) Leg 2: 1h 13m (247 mi) Total: ~3h 2m 🍃 173 kg CO₂ (+88% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → DFW
1h 49m · 552 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → SAT
1h 13m · 247 mi
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ELP IAH (Houston) SAT
Leg 1: 2h 1m (668 mi) Leg 2: 1h 8m (191 mi) Total: ~3h 9m 🍃 184 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → IAH
2h 1m · 668 mi
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Leg 2
IAH → SAT
1h 8m · 191 mi
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ELP PHX (Phoenix) SAT
Leg 1: 1h 26m (345 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (842 mi) Total: ~3h 36m 🍃 245 kg CO₂ (+166% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ELP → PHX
1h 26m · 345 mi
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Leg 2
PHX → SAT
2h 10m · 842 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from El Paso to San Antonio?

A nonstop flight from El Paso (ELP) to San Antonio (SAT) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 496 miles (799 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from El Paso to San Antonio?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from El Paso to San Antonio?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is El Paso from San Antonio?

The flight distance from El Paso to San Antonio is 496 miles (799 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from El Paso to San Antonio?

At 1h 25m, 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 San Antonio?

Roughly 92 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 460 km.

Is the return flight from San Antonio 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 San Antonio?

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.