Travelling from Chicago to McAllen International Airport (MFE): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to McAllen International Airport (MFE) jetting off from either of these.
Chicago and Mcallen (where McAllen International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to MFE.
With more travellers during peak months like August, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
From the centre of Chicago, ORD is around 40 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
In search of a convenient hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to McAllen International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 21 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to MFE, kick back in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
About McAllen International Airport (MFE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to McAllen International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MFE instead:
Getting from McAllen International Airport (MFE) to central Mcallen
From McAllen International Airport, Mcallen is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 8 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 51 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to McAllen International Airport (MFE)
R 3,174 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to McAllen International Airport. Return flights start from R 5,798. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
We recommend booking as soon as possible to get cheap tickets from Chicago to MFE. You're more likely to land a great deal and have a larger selection of departure times and travel dates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Chicago to McAllen International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to McAllen International Airport (MFE)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Chicago to McAllen International Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Mcallen. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Chicago to MFE, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Mcallen, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 39ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from Chicago to McAllen International Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Mcallen
After booking your flight from Chicago to McAllen International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mcallen:
International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) and Quinta Mazatlan are a couple of top attractions to put on your Mcallen must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at McAllen Nature Centre.
Complete your Mcallen trip with a car rental
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