Lost & Found
Lost something at El Paso International Airport? Report it immediately — airport lost and found offices hold items for 30–90 days, but recovery rates drop sharply after the first 24 hours.
Left somewhere in the airport (not at security)
Airport Lost and Found
915-212-0330Location: Airport main line / passenger receiving area on the first floor of the terminal; for items lost on an aircraft or at a gate, contact your airline directly, and for items lost at the security checkpoint, contact TSA.
Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Mountain Time (general airport operations line)
Left at the TSA security checkpoint
TSA Lost Property
1-866-289-9673File a claim as soon as possible — TSA checkpoint lost-and-found items are typically held locally for a limited period before being logged centrally, so early contact gives the best chance of recovery.
File a TSA claim online →Note: items left in gate areas may also be held by the airline's gate staff — contact the airline directly for gate-area and on-board lost items.
Pro Tip
ELP routes nearly all lost-item reports through one main line (915-212-0330) rather than a dedicated online claim form, so call as soon as you notice something missing and be ready to describe exactly where you lost it (aircraft/gate vs. checkpoint vs. elsewhere in the terminal) so staff can direct you to the airline, TSA, or the airport's own desk.
How long does ELP airport keep lost items?
Most airports hold unclaimed items for 30–90 days before donating or auctioning them. File your claim as quickly as possible to maximize recovery chances.
What if I left something on the plane?
Items left on aircraft go to the airline, not the airport lost and found. Contact the airline directly — each airline has its own baggage service phone number and online claim process.
How do I report a lost item at the TSA checkpoint at ELP?
Call TSA at 1-866-289-9673 or file a claim at tsa.gov/travel/customer-service. Items left at security checkpoints are held for 30 days.
Can I file a lost item report online for ELP?
ELP does not currently list a standalone online lost item report form. Call 915-212-0330 to file by phone or visit Airport main line / passenger receiving area on the first floor of the terminal; for items lost on an aircraft or at a gate, contact your airline directly, and for items lost at the security checkpoint, contact TSA. in person.
See also: Live ELP TSA wait times · ELP flight status · ELP security tips
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