Drive or Fly: Anna, TX to El Paso, TX?
Side-by-side comparison of driving versus flying for this route. Costs, time, and trade-offs at a glance.
Driving wins
Driving is significantly cheaper and the distance is manageable in one day.
Drive
Door to Door
9h 40m
Distance
673.9 mi
Total Cost
$135
CO2
272 kg
Cost Breakdown
Fuel$100
Meals (1 day)$35
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No luggage restrictions or TSA lines
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Comfortable one-day drive
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Stop anywhere along the route
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Have your own car at the destination
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Driver fatigue on longer stretches
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Wear and tear on vehicle
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Fuel price fluctuations
Fly
Door to Door
4h 51m
1h 11m in the air
Air Distance
589 mi
Total Cost
$199
CO2
150 kg
Cost Breakdown
Estimated ticket$144
Rental car (1 day)$55
Nearest Airports
Anna, TXMcKinney Municipal Airport (12 mi)
El Paso, TXEl Paso International Airport (7 mi)
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Saves about 4h 49m compared to driving
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Less physical fatigue
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Predictable arrival time
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Airport security and check-in overhead
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May need a rental car at destination
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Luggage fees and restrictions
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Less flexibility for stops along the way
At a Glance
| Drive | Fly | |
|---|---|---|
| Door-to-door time | 9h 40m | 4h 51m |
| Total cost (1 person) | $135 | $199 |
| Carbon footprint | 272 kg CO2 | 150 kg CO2 |
| Flexibility | High | Low |
| Luggage | Unlimited | Restricted |
Costs are rough estimates based on US averages. Flight prices vary by airline, date, and booking time.
Decided to drive? See the full trip plan from Anna, TX to El Paso, TX with stops, fuel costs, and turn-by-turn directions.