Flying from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport (MFE): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport (MFE). Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) are Mexico City's main airports.
McAllen International Airport is located in Mcallen. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Mexico City.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Mexico City to MFE.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
We make it simple to find a flight from Mexico City to MFE with a stopover. To see the options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers between MEX and MFE include:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The distance from central Mexico City to MEX is about 8 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Catching an early flight from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Benito Juarez International Airport:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport (MFE)? Browse the fares flying out of Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU).
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport, check out these options when leaving from Santa Lucia Air Force Base:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
NLU is about 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes.
Prepare for your flight from Mexico City to MFE by staying at a hotel near Santa Lucia Air Force Base. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can roll out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
About McAllen International Airport (MFE)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MFE:
Getting from McAllen International Airport (MFE) to central Mcallen
From McAllen International Airport, Mcallen is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 8 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 51 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport (MFE)
For a one-way ticket from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport, ج.م. 7,796 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from ج.م. 13,727. These are currently the lowest fares but may change based on availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Mexico City to MFE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if the price has dropped. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from looking for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to MFE every day.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport (MFE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Mcallen in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Mexico City to MFE for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mcallen to range from 25ºC to 39ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport in January when temperatures average between 8ºC and 26ºC.
More about Mcallen
Once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mcallen:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS), Quinta Mazatlan and McAllen Nature Centre are must-do's during your Mcallen adventure.
Complete your Mcallen trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Mexico City to McAllen International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Mcallen and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.
