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 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, United Airlines and Copa Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 317 miles in approximately 1h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 6 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 62 | 739, E145, E75L, E7W, ERJ | 1h26-1h32 | Star Alliance | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 57 | 739, CR2, CRJ, E145, E75L, E7W, ERJ | 1h26-3h31 | Star Alliance | – | |
| CM Copa Airlines | 28 | CRJ, E75L, E7W | 1h26-1h31 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach McAllen from Houston
| Metric | IAH→MFE | AUS→MFE |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 147 | 34 |
| Flight time | 1h 26m | 1h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · MFE: MST
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 4:00 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 Air Canada, Copa Airlines and United Airlines. With 147 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 26 minutes to 3 hours 31 minutes. The route covers a distance of 317 miles (510 km). There are approximately 147 weekly flights outbound and 120 return, totaling 267 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SFB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Austin (AUS).