Travelling from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Mcallen Airport (MFE): what you need to know
Mcallen's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Mcallen one hour behind Richmond.
Your RIC to MFE flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Richmond Airport to Mcallen Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between RIC and MFE include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Mcallen Airport (MFE)
$788 is the best price for a one-way Richmond Airport to Mcallen Airport flight. Return flights start from $863. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from RIC to MFE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Richmond Airport to Mcallen Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Richmond Airport to Mcallen Airport.
Handy information about Richmond Airport (RIC)
The address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Richmond Airport, data shows 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Richmond Airport from central Richmond, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near RIC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Richmond Airport to Mcallen Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Mcallen Airport (MFE)
If you're getting in on a late Richmond Airport to Mcallen Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MFE:
Grab a Mcallen Airport rental car and discover Mcallen and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Enterprise are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Mcallen Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Mcallen Airport (MFE) to central Mcallen
You'll find MFE at 2500 S Bicentenial Blvd.
From Mcallen Airport, Mcallen is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Mcallen Airport (MFE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Richmond Airport to Mcallen Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Mcallen in March.
When reserving your flight from Richmond Airport to Mcallen Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Mcallen, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 39ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RIC to MFE around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Houston is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Mcallen. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection.
Around 354 kilometres north of Mcallen, San Antonio is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.