El Paso International Airport

ELP KELP El Paso, Texas Elevation: 3,959 ft

El Paso International Airport is the primary commercial gateway to West Texas and the border region, located 5 miles northeast of downtown El Paso. ELP offers three runways with the longest at 12,020 feet, accommodating all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners. The airport serves travelers to the Franklin Mountains, the Chihuahuan Desert, and is a major crossing point for business travel to Mexico. As a major international port of entry, El Paso handles significant cross-border private aviation traffic. Estimated charter rates to El Paso via ELP: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.

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Transworld Jets Insider Tip

El Paso is strategically located on the U.S.-Mexico border, making it a key gateway for business travelers heading to Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, and northern Mexico. For clients based in the wealthy gated communities of West El Paso, the airport offers fast access. Our brokers can coordinate ground transportation to major El Paso hotels and the Fort Bliss military installation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can heavy jets land at El Paso International?

Yes. El Paso International's 12,020-foot runway accommodates all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners including the Boeing BBJ, Airbus ACJ, and the largest wide-body VIP conversions.

Does El Paso have customs?

Yes. El Paso International is a major international port of entry with extensive U.S. Customs and Border Protection facilities, particularly important for Mexican border crossings and Latin American private jet traffic.

How close is ELP to the Mexican border?

El Paso International Airport is approximately 5 miles from the U.S.-Mexico border and the city of Ciudad Juarez. It's one of the most strategic airports for cross-border business travel to northern Mexico.