Flying from San Diego to McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE): What you need to know
Mcallen is two hours ahead of San Diego. McAllen Miller International Airport is located in Mcallen, which follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Your flight from San Diego to MFE won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Diego to McAllen Miller International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to San Diego International Airport:
74% of flights that leave from San Diego International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
The distance from San Diego's city centre to CLD is about 48 kilometres. Consider transport options and possible delays when planning the best route to the airport.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to MFE flight:
McClellan-Palomar Airport has a track record for punctuality. 88% of flights departing here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Diego to McAllen Miller International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MFE:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your San Diego to McAllen Miller International Airport flight.
You'll find MFE at 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 heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to McAllen Miller International Airport is $205. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $560. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from San Diego to MFE. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from San Diego to McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE). June is the busiest month to travel to Mcallen. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in February.
The warmest month in Mcallen is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 39ºC. Book your San Diego to MFE plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between 8ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to McAllen Miller International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mcallen
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Mcallen right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from San Diego to McAllen Miller International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS), McAllen Nature Centre and Quinta Mazatlan are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Mcallen itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Corpus Christi is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Mcallen. Around 193 kilometres away to the northeast, well-known attractions include USS LEXINGTON, Texas State Aquarium and Bayfront Park.
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.
