McAllen to Austin (MFE–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MFE–AUS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 280 miles in approximately 1h 31m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 24 | E75L, E7W | 1h20-1h41 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Austin from McAllen
| Metric | MFE→AUS | HRL→AUS | BRO→AUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MFE | – | 36 mi | 54 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 24 | 21 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 31m | 1h 6m | 0h 46m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MFE: CDT · AUS: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in McAllen, it's 6:00 PM in Austin.
CapMetro Route 20 to downtown Congress Ave costs $1.25 and takes 30–35 minutes. Buses depart from outside the terminal on the lower level. Last bus around midnight; late arrivals need a ride-share.Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level (follow signs to TNCs). Fares run $20–30 to downtown, 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis at the curb: $30–40. Rental car desks are in the main terminal; the QTA (Quick Turnaround Area) is a short shuttle ride. Afternoon and evening arrivals may face longer drive times due to city congestion.
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers. July and August average 36–38°C with heat indices that can reach 43°C. Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 7–17°C. Austin is vulnerable to rare but severe ice storms. Winter Storm Uri (2021) is the benchmark for worst-case disruption, and they can paralyze the city and airport.
Severe thunderstorms peak April through May with hail and tornado risk. Spring storm systems can cause significant ground delays. October and November are the most reliably stable months.
MFE–AUS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MFE to AUS
McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines. With 24 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MFE to AUS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MFE to AUS is about 1 hours 31 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 280 miles (451 km). There are approximately 24 weekly flights outbound and 32 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via George Bush Intercontinental, Dallas Fort Worth and Phoenix Sky Harbor. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Harlingen (HRL), Brownsville (BRO) and Corpus Christi (CRP).