Cheap flights to McAllen
The main aviation hub for traveling to this region is McAllen International Airport, located just 3 km from the city center. The route network includes 6 popular destinations, providing reliable connections to major transit hubs in the US and Mexico. The highest air traffic is recorded on flights from Houston (130 departures per week), Dallas (85 flights), and Austin (32 flights).
Currently, 7 airlines operate flights to McAllen, offering passengers various schedules and service levels. Among the major carriers providing the bulk of the traffic on this route, United Airlines and American Airlines stand out. Below on this page are cards for various departure cities, where you can use the search tool to find the best tickets and compare flight conditions.
Houston — McAllen
Dallas — McAllen
Mexico City — McAllen
Flight insights to McAllen
Data-driven trends for direct flights to McAllen — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to McAllen come from Houston, Dallas and Austin. Houston leads with around 130 flights a week.
- Houston130 flights/week
- Dallas85 flights/week
- Austin32 flights/week
- Mexico City13 flights/week
- Phoenix7 flights/week
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to McAllen range from Austin at $74 to Mexico City at $263 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Houstonfrom $212
- Dallasfrom $243
- Austinfrom $74
- Mexico Cityfrom $263
- Phoenixfrom $171
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to McAllen from right now are Austin from $74, Orlando from $140 and Phoenix from $171.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to McAllen is from Carlsbad at about 3h 4m, followed by Provo (3h 3m) and West Palm Beach (2h 49m).
- Carlsbad3h 4m
- Provo3h 3m
- West Palm Beach2h 49m
- Page2h 43m
- Orlando2h 40m
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United StatesFrequently asked questions
- How many cities offer flights to McAllen?
- Regular flights to the city are currently available from 6 different destinations. The route network covers key transport hubs, allowing for convenient travel planning both within the US and from neighboring Mexico.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to McAllen?
- The most popular points of departure are Houston with 130 flights per week and Dallas, which sees 85 departures. A significant volume of traffic also comes from Austin (32 flights) and Mexico City (13 flights).
- How many airlines fly to McAllen?
- Seven airlines operate flights on this route. Key carriers providing connections to the city include United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta.
- Which airports handle flights to McAllen?
- The main international airport receiving all types of scheduled flights is McAllen International Airport (MFE). It is located very close to the city's infrastructure, just about 3 kilometers from the center.
- How to find cheap tickets to McAllen?
- To find the best deals, we recommend using the search form on our page to compare fares from different airlines. The most affordable tickets are often found on flights from major hubs, such as Houston, when booked several weeks before the trip.