Travelling from Mcallen Airport (MFE) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT): what you need to know
Mcallen and San Antonio share the same timezone, UTC-6.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MFE to SAT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Mcallen Airport to San Antonio International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MFE and SAT include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Handy information about Mcallen Airport (MFE)
MFE is located at 2500 S Bicentenial Blvd.
Mcallen Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from MFE arrive at their destination on time.
Central Mcallen to Mcallen Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near MFE. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mcallen Airport to San Antonio International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Mcallen Airport to San Antonio International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SAT instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a San Antonio International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Fox - Rent A Car, Dollar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Antonio and beyond.
Reserving your ride from San Antonio International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Mcallen Airport to San Antonio International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit San Antonio in March.
When reserving your flight from Mcallen Airport to San Antonio International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Antonio, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MFE to SAT in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
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 San Antonio. Around 306 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection.
If you want to check out another side of the United States, head for Dallas, about 402 kilometres north-east of San Antonio. Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.
