El Paso International Airport, International airport in El Paso, United States
El Paso International Airport is an international airport in El Paso, United States, positioned near the Mexican border. The facility includes two concourses connected through a central terminal building and serves travelers from West Texas, Southern New Mexico, and Northern Mexico with flights operated by several carriers.
The site opened in 1929 as Standard Airport to handle transcontinental mail routes. City authorities took over operations in later decades and expanded services to meet the needs of the growing border region.
The terminal includes dining options such as Starbucks, Cinnabon, and Carlos & Mickey's, representing national chains and local El Paso restaurants.
The terminal opens daily at 3:30 in the morning and closes at 7:30 in the evening. Travelers can check in at counters in Concourse A or use self-service kiosks located throughout the building.
The site holds Foreign Trade Zone status, which facilitates customs procedures for international shipments. This designation makes the location an important hub for companies engaged in cross-border trade between the United States and Mexico.
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