The single terminal handles domestic flights to major cities in Texas and the southwestern United States.
Gateway to El Paso, a Texas border city overlooking Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, among the most populous transborder metropolitan areas in North America.
How to get to El Paso International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to ELP
Parking near El Paso International Airport
Multi-level parking is located adjacent to the terminal: short-term stay free for the first 10 minutes then hourly rate, capped at 15 USD/day; long-term stay 9 USD/day (increased from 7 USD on March 1, 2026); Premium Reserved (covered) up to 20 USD/day.
How to get to El Paso from ELP
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at El Paso International Airport
The terminal hosts representatives of all major car rental companies.
Bring your driver's license, passport and credit card in the driver's name; if you plan to cross the border to Ciudad Juárez, verify the specific insurance requirements for Mexico.
Hotels near El Paso International Airport
Airport area
on Gateway Boulevard, a few minutes' drive or on the hotel's free shuttle from the terminal
Best for: travelers with a dawn flight or a late-night arrival who don't want to drive into downtown
- free airport shuttle at most hotels
- minutes from the terminal, handy for connections or early flights
- an area of commercial strips, no bars or restaurants within walking distance in the evening
- a car or taxi is needed to reach anywhere else
Recommended hotels
- Hyatt Place El Paso Airport free shuttle to the terminal and breakfast included, handy for anyone just sleeping over between two flights View availability
- Hilton Garden Inn El Paso Airport on Gateway Blvd East next to the other chain hotels, with an in-house restaurant for those arriving after dinner View availability
- Homewood Suites by Hilton El Paso Airport rooms with a kitchen and free breakfast, useful for multi-night stays tied to business travel View availability
Historic downtown
15-20 minutes by car or rideshare from the terminal, no direct line
Best for: those who want to walk among downtown's murals and Mexican restaurants or visit Ciudad Juárez
- downtown's restaurants and evening life within walking distance
- a handy starting point for a visit to Ciudad Juárez
- 20 minutes and a taxi from the terminal, worth factoring in for early flights
- hotel parking is often paid
Recommended hotels
- Hotel Paso Del Norte, Autograph Collection a historic 1912 building with a Tiffany dome, the best-known downtown choice for atmosphere View availability
- Hotel Indigo El Paso Downtown by IHG rooftop pool with city views, handy for anyone wanting to stay in the heart of downtown View availability
- DoubleTree by Hilton El Paso Downtown pool and city views for those staying more than one night near downtown's office district View availability
East side and Fort Bliss
10-15 minutes by car from the terminal along Loop 375, no direct shuttle
Best for: those visiting military family at Fort Bliss or heading off early from Loop 375
- closer to Fort Bliss than downtown or the airport area
- recent hotels with good standards along Gateway West Blvd
- a residential and commercial area, little to do on foot in the evening
- a car is still needed to get to the airport or downtown
Recommended hotels
Airport services
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Terminal guide
Domestic connections are handled by a single terminal.
Before flights it's prudent to present yourself with 2-2.5 hours buffer.
Map of El Paso International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is El Paso Airport close to the Mexican border?
Yes, El Paso and Ciudad Juárez together form one of the most populous cross-border metropolitan areas in North America.
Q. Does Sun Metro operate every day?
No, it doesn't operate on Sundays or major US public holidays.
Q. How much does the Sun Metro bus cost from the airport?
1.50 USD standard fare, with reduced fares available.
Q. Does the historic El Paso Streetcar reach the airport?
No, it only covers downtown and doesn't reach the airport.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights