Travelling from Washington DC to McAllen International Airport (MFE): What you need to know
Your adventure gets underway at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to McAllen International Airport (MFE) taking off from either of these bases.
Mcallen is one hour behind Washington DC. McAllen International Airport is located in Mcallen, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from Washington DC to MFE won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is about 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
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Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74.39%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive on time.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early Washington DC to McAllen International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down when they should. At BWI, that rate is 77.13%.
About McAllen International Airport (MFE)
Consider staying in a hotel near MFE if you have a late flight from Washington DC to McAllen International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a McAllen International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Enterprise and venture far and wide through Mcallen and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Washington DC to McAllen International Airport flight.
You'll find MFE at 2500 S Bicentenial Blvd.
Getting from McAllen International Airport (MFE) to central Mcallen
McAllen International Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Mcallen. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to McAllen International Airport (MFE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to McAllen International Airport is $178. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $355. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to MFE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to McAllen International Airport (MFE)
February is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to McAllen International Airport (MFE), while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Mcallen based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Mcallen is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to MFE plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to McAllen International Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Mcallen
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Mcallen right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to McAllen International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS), McAllen Nature Centre and Quinta Mazatlan are highlights which should be on any good Mcallen itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Corpus Christi is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Mcallen. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Texas State Aquarium, Bayfront Park and Corpus Christi Cathedral.
Around 193 kilometres north-west of Mcallen, Laredo is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with San Francisco Javier Park, San Augustin Plaza and Fort McIntosh.
