What is the tower frequency at KELP?

The tower frequency at El Paso Intl is 118.3 MHz.

Does KELP require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for El Paso Intl (United States).

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El Paso Intl

El Paso Intl (KELP/ELP) serves El Paso, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 3 runways (04/22, 08L/26R). Field elevation is 3959 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: KELP
Name: El Paso Intl
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 31.807199
Longitude: -106.377998
Elevation: 3959 ft
Country: United States
Municipality: El Paso
IATA Code: ELP
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Denver
Distance from City: 11.6 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 04/22

Designation: 04/22
Dimensions: 12020 X 150
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), LOC
Remarks: N/A

Runway 08L/26R

Designation: 08L/26R
Dimensions: 5493 X 75
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 08R/26L

Designation: 08R/26L
Dimensions: 9025 X 150
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.300 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 120.000 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: $3.05 per 1,000 lbs MTOW
Parking Fee: $0.86 per 1,000 lbs MTOW per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: USD
Remarks: FBO services by Cutter Aviation and Signature Flight Support. Volume discounts may be available. International facility fees additional where applicable.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Available from Cutter Aviation and Atlantic Aviation. Contract fuel accepted. Prices subject to market conditions.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: Voluntary noise abatement procedures between 2200-0700 local. Stage 2 aircraft prohibited. Chapter 3 minimum required.

Alternates

MMCS

ICAO: MMCS
Name: Abraham Gonzalez Intl
Distance (NM): 10.6
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: International port of entry. Cross-border traffic with El Paso TX. Full FIS.

Airport Services

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A
Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification

Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Nearby Airports

KBIF Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) 3 NM MMCS Abraham Gonzalez Intl 11 NM NM05 Cielo Dorado Estates Airport 15 NM KDNA Doña Ana County International Jetport 17 NM TA62 Rancho San Lorenzo Airport 17 NM KLRU Las Cruces International Airport 40 NM 65TX Flying Eagle Ranch Airport 48 NM NM08 Solo Ranch Airport 58 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at KELP?: The tower frequency at El Paso Intl is 118.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at KELP?: El Paso Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does KELP require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for El Paso Intl (United States).

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