Houston to McAllen (IAH–MFE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–MFE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 317 miles in approximately 1h 21m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, CM, EK, NH | 72 | 739, 7M9, CRJ, E75L, E7W, ERJ | 1h21-1h30 | Star Alliance | AC, CM, EK, NH |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach McAllen from Houston
| Metric | IAH→MFE | HOU→MFE | AUS→MFE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 174 | 1 | 27 |
| Flight time | 1h 21m | 1h 2m | 1h 25m |
| Departure OTP | 30% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · MFE: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in McAllen.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
IAH–MFE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to MFE
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 174 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to MFE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to MFE ranges from 1 hours 21 minutes to 1 hours 31 minutes. The route covers a distance of 317 miles (510 km). There are approximately 174 weekly flights outbound and 172 return, totaling 346 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via DAL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).