Flying from McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE) to San Diego: what you need to know
McAllen Miller International Airport is located in Mcallen. Based in the UTC-8 timezone, San Diego is two hours behind Mcallen.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your MFE to San Diego flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
MFE is around 3 kilometres from central Mcallen. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near MFE. Whether you've booked an early flight from McAllen Miller International Airport to San Diego or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
McAllen Miller International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from MFE touch down on schedule 82% of the time.
MFE is located at 2500 S Bicentenial Blvd.
How to find the cheapest flights from McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE) to San Diego
R 2,778 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way McAllen Miller International Airport to San Diego flight. A return ticket right now is R 4,875. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from MFE to San Diego. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Finding cheap tickets from McAllen Miller International Airport to San Diego is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices throughout the month and pick up an epic deal.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is roughly 5 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Book a hotel close to SAN if you have a late flight from McAllen Miller International Airport to San Diego. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks before your flight from MFE to San Diego.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Central San Diego is roughly 48 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Disembark your flight from McAllen Miller International Airport to San Diego and then keep a lookout for any airport signs that'll help you reach the city centre.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to CLD. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your MFE to San Diego flight:
In general, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from CLD once you know your travel dates.
Best time to go to San Diego
July is the most popular month for flights from McAllen Miller International Airport to San Diego. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to San Diego in December.
Book a McAllen Miller International Airport to San Diego plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MFE to San Diego in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
More about San Diego
Once you've booked your flight from McAllen Miller International Airport to San Diego, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Diego:
San Diego Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo are just two of the leading attractions to add to your San Diego must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out USS Midway Museum.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen San Diego. Around 177 kilometres away to the northwest, its best attractions include Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Around 483 kilometres east of San Diego, Phoenix is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.
