Mexico City to El Paso (MEX–ELP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between MEX and ELP, connecting options are available through 28 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach El Paso from Mexico City
| Metric | MEX→ELP | TLC→ELP |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MEX | – | 33 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | – |
Travel Essentials
MEX: CST · ELP: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 6:00 PM in El Paso.
Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.
For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.
Mexico City Metro Line B runs from Buenavista station to Pantitlán, then transfer to Line 5 to Terminal Aérea (Terminal 1); total about 45–60 minutes (MXN$7). Metrobús Line 4 connects Buenavista to the airport more directly (MXN$12, 30–40 min). Both are safe and reliable for travelers with minimal luggage.Authorized airport taxis (Taxi Ejecutivo or TICO) must be purchased inside the terminal; do not take street taxis. Rates to the Zona Rosa/Centro are MXN$200–300. Uber is permitted from city to airport. The airport is just 5km from the Zócalo but traffic can make the journey 30–60 minutes.
MEX–ELP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
28 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via FTW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Toluca (TLC).