Travelling from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Mcallen Airport (MFE): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Mcallen Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Mcallen's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Dallas.
Each week, there are 48 Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Mcallen Airport flights. To be on board early, pick the 07:00 American Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 22:47 with American Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DFW to MFE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
American Airlines is your gateway to exploring Mcallen (and perhaps some other exciting corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Mcallen Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is American Airlines.
With 70.08% of services landing on schedule, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering DFW to MFE flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Mcallen Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between DFW and MFE include:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Austin-Bergstrom Airport
Handy information about Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
When it comes to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Dallas to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near DFW? If you're boarding an early flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Mcallen Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Mcallen Airport (MFE)
If you're getting in on a late Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Mcallen Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near MFE:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Mcallen Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mcallen and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Mcallen Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Mcallen Airport (MFE) to central Mcallen
You'll find MFE at 2500 S Bicentenial Blvd.
Mcallen Airport to the centre of Mcallen has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Mcallen Airport (MFE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Mcallen Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Mcallen in March.
When booking your flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Mcallen Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Mcallen, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DFW 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 explored after you've experienced Mcallen. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in the United States, consider San Antonio, about 354 kilometres north of Mcallen. San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza are among the biggest draws.
