Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to McAllen International Airport (MFE): what you need to know
Mcallen's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Mcallen one hour behind Durham.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RDU to MFE 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 like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to McAllen International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between RDU and MFE include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to McAllen International Airport (MFE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to McAllen International Airport flight is $254. A round-trip ticket right now is $446. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from RDU to MFE, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to McAllen International Airport.
Landing cheap flights from RDU to MFE is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to McAllen International Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that take off from RDU reach their destination without delay.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to RDU? If you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to McAllen International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at McAllen International Airport (MFE)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to McAllen International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MFE instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a McAllen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Enterprise and explore beyond Mcallen's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from McAllen International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from McAllen International Airport (MFE) to central Mcallen
MFE is located at 2500 S Bicentenial Blvd.
McAllen International Airport to the centre of Mcallen has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to McAllen International Airport (MFE)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to McAllen International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Mcallen based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to McAllen International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Mcallen during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to MFE in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Mcallen has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres north-east of Mcallen, a visit to Houston will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
If you're eager to discover another side of United States, consider San Antonio, about 354 kilometres north of Mcallen. The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral are key highlights.
