Travelling from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to McAllen International Airport (MFE): what you need to know
The timezone in Mcallen is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Guadalajara.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your GDL to MFE flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to McAllen International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between GDL and MFE:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to McAllen International Airport (MFE)
At the moment, £204 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to McAllen International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £336. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GDL to MFE if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to McAllen International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from GDL to MFE by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to McAllen International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
71.31% of flights that take off from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is around 13 miles from central Guadalajara. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near GDL? If you're boarding an early flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla 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 landing late on a Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to McAllen International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MFE instead:
Grab a McAllen International Airport rental car and discover Mcallen and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Enterprise are leading providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from McAllen International Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from McAllen International Airport (MFE) to central Mcallen
MFE is located at 2500 S Bicentenial Blvd.
McAllen International Airport is approximately 2 miles from central Mcallen. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to McAllen International Airport (MFE)
The quietest month for a flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to McAllen International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Mcallen based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to McAllen International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Mcallen, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GDL to MFE in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Mcallen has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. Around 300 miles north-east of Mcallen, a visit to Houston will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
San Antonio is another favourite destination in United States and is around 220 miles north of Mcallen. No journey is complete without dropping by The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.