Flying from Mcallen Airport (MFE) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Durham is one hour ahead of Mcallen and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MFE to RDU flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Mcallen Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MFE and RDU include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mcallen Airport (MFE) to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
$148 is the best price for a one-way Mcallen Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight. Return flights start at $323. These prices can change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MFE to RDU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Mcallen Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MFE to RDU.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Mcallen Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport.
Handy information about Mcallen Airport (MFE)
You'll find MFE at 2500 S Bicentenial Blvd.
Mcallen Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from MFE arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Mcallen Airport from central Mcallen, it'll take around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The trip on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MFE? If you've booked an early flight from Mcallen Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
If you have a late Mcallen Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near RDU:
Travel at your own pace with a Raleigh / Durham Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and venture far and wide through Durham and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Raleigh / Durham Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh / Durham Airport is approximately 18 kilometers from central Durham. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
The quietest month for a flight from Mcallen Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Durham based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Mcallen Airport to Raleigh / Durham Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MFE to RDU sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Durham is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometers south-west of Durham, a trip to Charlotte will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Baltimore is another favorite destination in the United States and is around 418 kilometers north-east of Durham. No journey is complete without seeing National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
