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El Paso, TX to Denver, CO
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Take advantage of inflight entertainment with free movies4, free live TV5, free texting6, and $8 inflight Internet7.
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| Fare | Fly one-way from $68 (departing on 8/19)* |
|---|---|
| Departing from | El Paso International Airport (ELP) |
| Arriving at | Denver International Airport (DEN) |
| Average flight time | 1 hour 48 minutes |
| Distance | 563 miles |
| 156† | Weekly flights |
|---|---|
| 2‡ | Nonstop flights per day Monday through Friday |
| 2 ‡ | Nonstop flights on Saturday |
| 3 ‡ | Nonstop flights on Sunday |
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†Weekly flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 7/1/2025 and 7/31/2025. Note: route may not operate every day of the week.
‡Nonstop flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 7/1/2025 and 7/31/2025.
Explore Denver.
Discover all that Denver has to offer. It doesn’t matter if it’s your first time visiting or your hundredth—Denver never seems to lose its magic. Situated in the South Platte River Valley and within close proximity of the Rockies, Denver’s mountainous landscape is breathtaking and the city is full of exciting things to do. There is a variety of delicious dining options, including amazing breweries. Artists will enjoy the city’s many art museums, while concertgoers will have a variety of shows to choose from on any given weekend. From baseball to basketball to hockey, Denver is also a hot spot for professional sports. When it comes to this high-altitude city, your options are limitless!
If you like music, the Red Rocks Amphitheatre is a must see. One of the world’s best concert venues, this geologically formed natural amphitheater provides excellent acoustics and beautiful views of Red Rocks Park. Another one of the city’s gems: the Denver Botanic Gardens. Amongst the plants and flowers, the Denver Botanic Gardens feature a Japanese garden with lily pads and a pool. Would you like to go for a stroll through town? Explore Larimer Square, one of Denver’s historic areas. Larimer Square originated during the Gold Rush and now is one of the city’s most popular areas for shopping, restaurants, and more.
If you would like to get some learning in during your trip, visit the Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum; these air and space vehicles will impress kids and children at heart alike! Another interesting stop is the American Museum of Western Art. When you visit this museum, you’ll hear and see cool stories about the American West. If you need some fresh air after your museum visits, take a trip to the mountains. Denver attracts hikers, skiers, climbers, and snowboarders alike. With stunning slopes just a short road trip from the city, the mountain air is impossible to resist.
Questions we hear the most
The average flight time from El Paso to Denver is 1 hour 48 minutes.
There are 156 weekly flights from El Paso to Denver on Southwest Airlines.
Yes, Southwest flies nonstop from El Paso to Denver 2 times per day from Monday through Friday.
Yes, Southwest flies nonstop from El Paso to Denver 2 times per day on Saturdays and 3 times per day on Sundays.
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1EarlyBird Check-In® pricing starts at $15 one-way, and is subject to availability. Pricing may vary based on the popularity and length of each (one-way) flight. Please see optional travel charges for more details.
2Upgraded boarding prices and benefits are per eligible segment. Flights must be within 24 hours of departure to be eligible for upgraded boarding.
4Where available. Available only on WiFi-enabled aircraft. Limited-time offer.
5Due to licensing restrictions, on WiFi-enabled international flights, free live TV and iHeartRadio may not be available for the full duration of flight.
6Texting only allows access to iMessage and WhatsApp (which must be downloaded and activated before connecting to SouthwestWiFi).
7Internet access for $8 per device from takeoff to landing. Price is subject to change. May not be available for the full duration of flight. In order to provide a top-notch Internet experience, we prohibit access to certain high-bandwidth applications and websites. We also prohibit access to certain obscene or offensive content.
8Flights traveling 175 miles or less will have only water available. Complimentary snacks are served on flights over 175 miles. If you’re flying between Hawaii and the continental U.S., you’ll have even more snacks to choose from.
9Free same-day standby: You can list for same-day standby for an earlier flight via a Southwest Customer Service Agent at the airport or the Southwest app or mobile web. You must request to be added to the same-day standby list at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled departure of your original flight or the no-show policy will apply. If using the app or mobile web, you must list your name 30 minutes ahead of scheduled departure. You will receive a message based on the contact preference selected during booking if you are cleared on the flight. Group bookings and Unaccompanied Minors are not eligible for same-day standby. You will be required to pay any government taxes and fees associated with these itinerary changes but refunds will be provided. Your original boarding position is not guaranteed on your standby flight. Southwest Business Customers booked through travel agencies may need to see a Southwest agent at the airport for a standby listing. See Southwest.com/standby for more details.