El Paso to Zapopan flights
Zapopan lies 1,265 km (786 mi) south of El Paso, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 22 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| El Paso | Zapopan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Population | 678,815 | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 1,137 m (3,730 ft) | 1,565 m (5,135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Denver) | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) |
| Nearest large airport | ELP, 12 km out | GDL, 23 km out |
| Postal codes | 79901–88595 | 30812–63533 |
What changes when you arrive in Zapopan
Crossing from United States into Mexico: money changes from the Dollar to the Peso (MXN); the dialling code becomes +52; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving El Paso
El Paso is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is El Paso International Airport (ELP), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 12,020-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Abraham González International Airport (CJS, 15 km), Las Cruces International Airport (LRU, 72 km).
Arriving in Zapopan
Zapopan is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Guadalajara International Airport (GDL), 23 km (14 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guadalajara International Airport | GDL | 23 km (14 mi) | 13,123 ft | 5,016 ft |
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Staying in Zapopan
Our booking partner lists 47 places to stay in Zapopan. Of the 42 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (16). Guests have left 2,556 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Zapopan from El Paso?
1,265 km (786 mi) in a straight line, south of El Paso.
How long does it take to get from El Paso to Zapopan by air?
About 2 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between El Paso and Zapopan?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for El Paso to Zapopan flights?
Typically El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Guadalajara International Airport (GDL).
What currency do I need in Zapopan?
The Peso (MXN).
Where can I stay in Zapopan?
Our booking partner lists 47 places to stay in Zapopan, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.