Travelling from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Mcallen Airport (MFE): what you need to know
Mcallen's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Mcallen one hour ahead of El Paso.
To ensure you get on your ELP to MFE flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from El Paso International Airport to Mcallen Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between ELP and MFE:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Austin-Bergstrom Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Mcallen Airport (MFE)
£254 is the lowest price for a one-way El Paso International Airport to Mcallen Airport flight. A return flight starts from £272. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from ELP to MFE, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from El Paso International Airport to Mcallen Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from El Paso International Airport to Mcallen Airport.
Handy information about El Paso International Airport (ELP)
ELP is located at 6701 Convair Dr..
El Paso International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83% of flights that take off from ELP arrive at their destination on time.
El Paso International Airport is about 13 kms (8 miles) from central El Paso. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near ELP. Whether you've booked an early flight from El Paso International Airport to Mcallen Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Mcallen Airport (MFE)
Book a hotel near MFE if you're taking a late El Paso International Airport to Mcallen Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Mcallen Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Enterprise and chase adventure across Mcallen and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Mcallen Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Mcallen Airport (MFE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from El Paso International Airport to Mcallen Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Mcallen. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from El Paso International Airport to Mcallen Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Mcallen, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 39ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ELP to MFE in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
Houston is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mcallen. Around 483 kms (300 miles) away to the north-east, popular attractions include The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection.
Around 354 kms (220 miles) north of Mcallen, San Antonio is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
