Travelling from McAllen International Airport (MFE) to Houston: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from McAllen International Airport to Houston is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Houston's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Mcallen (the location of McAllen International Airport).
With 69 weekly flights between the two airports, McAllen International Airport (MFE) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the busiest route. United operates the earliest flight at 05:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from MFE to IAH is with United at 19:30.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from MFE to Houston. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, head to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
You can book a nonstop flight from McAllen International Airport to Houston. Start your trip at MFE and arrive at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Book your ticket with United. This leading carrier operates direct flights from McAllen International Airport to Houston.
After booking your cheap tickets from McAllen International Airport to Houston, get your documents ready. A visa or passport isn't required since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another valid proof of identity, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're all set.
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Mcallen, MFE can be reached in about 8 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 51 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from McAllen International Airport (MFE) to Houston
$141 is the best price for a one-way ticket from McAllen International Airport to Houston. Return flights start at $281. These prices can change depending on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from MFE to Houston, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from McAllen International Airport to Houston is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston takes about 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It takes around 49 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from McAllen International Airport to Houston. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Central Houston is approximately 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Once your flight from McAllen International Airport to Houston has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 22 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 42 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near HOU. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from MFE to Houston at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Houston
July is the busiest month for flights from McAllen International Airport to Houston. To escape the crowds, head to Houston in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from McAllen International Airport to Houston, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
Look for cheap flights from MFE to Houston in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Houston
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There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Houston itinerary.
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