Right by Terminal B gates, this is the main gift stop
Rio Grande Trading sits inside Terminal B, past security, and functions as the go-to souvenir shop for ELP. Expect shelves of El Paso and Southwest-themed items: state-flag mugs, desert-scene magnets, shot glasses, and logo T‑shirts that actually say “El Paso” rather than just “Texas.” Prices on small souvenirs like keychains typically run in the $6–$12 range, with T‑shirts hovering around $20–$30 depending on brand and print.
Beyond souvenirs, the shop stocks grab-and-go basics for your carry-on. You’ll see travel-size toiletries, over-the-counter meds, and phone chargers that fit common ports. Snacks skew toward packaged chips, candy bars, and bottled drinks in the $3–$6 range. If you forgot sunscreen for a West Texas trip, check the personal care section near the front counter; travelers mention finding small SPF bottles that pass TSA’s 3.4 oz rule.
Rio Grande Trading usually opens early enough to catch the first bank of morning flights around 5:30–6:00 a.m. and stays open into the evening departure waves. Because it sits in Terminal B, it’s easiest to hit if you’re flying American or using B gates; walking over from Terminal A can add 5–10 minutes each way, depending on crowds. Figure that into your boarding time so you’re not power-walking back with a drink in each hand.
Quick tip: shop here after clearing security in Terminal B rather than at the smaller pre-security newsstand; you’ll get a better shot at El Paso-specific gifts and can board with purchases already packed in your personal item.