Flying from Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE): What you need to know
Your boarding pass to adventure starts at Houston's main airport, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Check out your options for reserving a flight from Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE) leaving from this terminal.
The average duration of a direct Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport flight is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Houston and Mcallen (where McAllen Miller International Airport is located) share the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE), with 43 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from IAH to MFE is the 7:30am United Airlines option. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 10:15pm with United Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Houston to MFE, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Getting away during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE) can be booked from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport with United Airlines. This popular airline operates departures from IAH.
United ranks first in bookings for flights from IAH to MFE.
With an impressive 83.9% of services arriving as scheduled, United is the most punctual carrier on this route.
IAH is around 40 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
Of all flights leaving Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% land on time at their destination.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can get to HOU from central Houston in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Houston to MFE flight? Kick back in a hotel near Houston Hobby Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time performance of 79%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE)
Book a hotel close to MFE if you're catching a late flight from Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport flight.
The address for MFE is 2500 S Bicentenial Blvd.
Getting from McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE) to central Mcallen
Central Mcallen is around 8 kilometres from McAllen Miller International Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE)
₹ 16,542 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 22,805. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap flights from Houston to MFE by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE)
February is the quietest month for flights from Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE), while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Mcallen based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Houston to MFE plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mcallen to range from 25ºC to 39ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC and 26ºC.
More about Mcallen
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Mcallen right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to McAllen Miller International Airport:
International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) and McAllen Nature Centre are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Mcallen to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Quinta Mazatlan.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Mcallen, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 193 kilometres northeast to Corpus Christi to tick off its must-visit sights. From USS LEXINGTON to Texas State Aquarium and Bayfront Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Laredo is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres northwest of Mcallen. No trip is complete without dropping by Casa Blanca, The Original Texas White House, San Agustin Catholic Cathedral and Zacate Creek Linear Park.
