El Paso International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 13, 2026, local time)
About 14h 4m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About El Paso International Airport
El Paso International Airport is an international airport located four miles (6 km) northeast of downtown El Paso, in El Paso County, Texas, United States. It is the busiest commercial airport serving West Texas, Southern New Mexico and North Central Mexico. It handled 4,038,530 passengers in 2024, a passenger record for ELP, with 97,737 aircraft operations.
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Live weather
KELPLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 12,020 ft / 3,664 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 08R / 26L | 9,025 ft / 2,751 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 08L / 26R | 5,499 ft / 1,676 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.150 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 120.000 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 125.000 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 119.150 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | ALBUQUERQUE RDO | 122.400 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
El Paso International Airport serves as a gateway to West Texas, Southern New Mexico, and Northern Mexico.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (14)
- ILS OR LOC RWY 22Amdt 33
- RNAV (RNP) Y RWY 04Amdt 0F
- RNAV (RNP) Y RWY 08RAmdt 0
- RNAV (RNP) Z RWY 04Amdt 0E
- RNAV (RNP) Z RWY 22Amdt 1B
- RNAV (RNP) Z RWY 26LAmdt 1A
- RNAV (RNP) X RWY 08RAmdt 0
- RNAV (GPS) RWY 26RAmdt 1A
- RNAV (GPS) X RWY 04Amdt 0E
- RNAV (GPS) Y RWY 22Amdt 1
- RNAV (GPS) Y RWY 26LAmdt 1D
- LOC/DME RWY 04Amdt 3C
- VOR RWY 26LAmdt 32D
- HI-VOR OR TACAN RWY 26L
Departure procedures (SIDs) (9)
Arrivals (STARs) (6)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (3)
Runway hot spots (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EL PASO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 5200 ft MSL | 8000 ft MSL |
| EL PASO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 8000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from El Paso International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for El Paso International Airport?
The ICAO code for El Paso International Airport is KELP, and its IATA code is ELP.
Where is El Paso International Airport located?
El Paso International Airport is large airport located in El Paso, United States, at an elevation of 3,959 ft (1,207 m).
How many runways does El Paso International Airport have?
El Paso International Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 12,020 ft / 3,664 m.
Which airlines fly to El Paso International Airport?
Airlines historically serving El Paso International Airport include Air France, AirTran Airways, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, among 9 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from El Paso International Airport?
Historical data lists 13 nonstop destinations from El Paso International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is El Paso International Airport in?
El Paso International Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at El Paso International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at El Paso International Airport is approximately 7.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near El Paso International Airport?
The nearest airport to El Paso International Airport is Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) (BIF), about 2.4 nm to the n, followed by Abraham González International Airport and Cielo Dorado Estates Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. El Paso International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.