Traveling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Mcallen Airport (MFE): what you need to know
Mcallen's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Mcallen one hour behind Durham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your RDU to MFE flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Mcallen Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between RDU and MFE include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Austin-Bergstrom Airport
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
78% of flights departing from Raleigh / Durham Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Raleigh / Durham Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Mcallen Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near RDU:
Arriving at Mcallen Airport (MFE)
If you're getting in on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Mcallen Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near MFE:
Travel at your own speed with a Mcallen Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Enterprise and discover more of Mcallen and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Mcallen Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Mcallen Airport (MFE) to central Mcallen
MFE is located at 2500 S Bicentenial Blvd.
From Mcallen Airport, Mcallen is approximately 8 kilometers away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the center by car.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Mcallen Airport (MFE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Mcallen Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Mcallen in March.
Lock in your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Mcallen Airport for August if you want to visit Mcallen during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RDU to MFE in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Mcallen, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 483 kilometers north-east to Houston to check off its leading attractions. From The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building to Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 354 kilometers north of Mcallen, San Antonio is another favorite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
