Drive or Fly: El Paso, TX to Anthony, TX?
Side-by-side comparison of driving versus flying for this route. Costs, time, and trade-offs at a glance.
Could go either way
This distance is a toss-up. Drive if you want flexibility and lower cost, fly if you value time.
Drive
Door to Door
12h 1m
Distance
702.8 mi
Total Cost
$285
CO2
284 kg
Cost Breakdown
Fuel$105
Hotel (1 night)$110
Meals (2 days)$70
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No luggage restrictions or TSA lines
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Stop anywhere along the route
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Have your own car at the destination
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Requires 2 days of driving
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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 52m
1h 12m in the air
Air Distance
602 mi
Total Cost
$283
CO2
154 kg
Cost Breakdown
Estimated ticket$228
Rental car (1 day)$55
Nearest Airports
El Paso, TXEl Paso International Airport (7 mi)
Anthony, TXNorth Texas Regional Airport (17 mi)
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Saves about 7h 9m 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 | 12h 1m | 4h 52m |
| Total cost (1 person) | $285 | $283 |
| Carbon footprint | 284 kg CO2 | 154 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 El Paso, TX to Anthony, TX with stops, fuel costs, and turn-by-turn directions.