Flying from San Jose to El Paso International Airport (ELP): What you need to know
San Jose's main airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Check out your departure options from this base when searching for your flights from San Jose to El Paso International Airport (ELP).
El Paso International Airport is located in El Paso. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour ahead of San Jose.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from San Jose to ELP.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
The journey from central San Jose to SJC takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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84.69% of flights leaving Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from SJC.
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
About El Paso International Airport (ELP)
If you have a late flight from San Jose to El Paso International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ELP:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an El Paso International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and explore beyond El Paso's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your San Jose to El Paso International Airport flight.
The street address for ELP is 6701 Convair Dr..
Getting from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to central El Paso
El Paso International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central El Paso. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to El Paso International Airport (ELP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Jose to El Paso International Airport is $239. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $604. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from San Jose to ELP if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from San Jose to El Paso International Airport (ELP)
May is the quietest month for flights from San Jose to El Paso International Airport (ELP), while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to El Paso based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in El Paso is June, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Book your San Jose to ELP flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from San Jose to El Paso International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 15ºC.
More about El Paso
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in El Paso right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from San Jose to El Paso International Airport:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in El Paso when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Franklin Mountains State Park followed by 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.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United States, head for Alamogordo, roughly 129 kilometres north of El Paso. Alameda Park Zoo, Tularosa Basin Museum of History and Alamogordo Historic Downtown are among its highlights.
