Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

McAllen travel guide

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You're Going to Love McAllen

With a population of 129,877, McAllen is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything McAllen has to offer.

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Where to Eat in McAllen

If you’re looking for affordable options, Ambra (1200 Auburn Ave ste 200) and Palominos - McAllen (4117 W Expy 83) are great picks.

When to visit McAllen

McAllen in January
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel
McAllen in January
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to McAllen in August, when the average temperature is 87.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 98.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 50 °F, with an average temperature of 60.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 4.5″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in McAllen, with an average rainfall of 0.9″.

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How to Get to McAllen

Plane

When flying to McAllen, you’ll arrive at McAllen Miller Intl (MFE), which is located 3 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to McAllen include American Airlines, Air Canada and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to McAllen departs from Austin and takes around 1h 20m.

Plane

When flying to McAllen, you’ll arrive at McAllen Miller Intl (MFE), which is located 3 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to McAllen include American Airlines, Air Canada and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to McAllen departs from Austin and takes around 1h 20m.

Airports near McAllen

HRLHarlingen Valley Intl
MFEMcAllen Miller Intl
BROBrownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Airlines serving McAllen

Lufthansa
Good (8,053 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,039 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,397 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,232 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,808 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,583 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,158 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,479 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,230 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,489 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,569 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (234 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,046 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (330 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,639 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,356 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (289 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (645 reviews)
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Where to stay in McAllen

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include La Copa Hotel and Best Western McAllen Medical Center. There are also lots of vacation rental options in McAllen, with prices from $11 to $153 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in McAllen are about 98% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in McAllen by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of McAllen

Most booked hotels in McAllen

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham McAllen La Plaza Mall
3 stars
Excellent (9, 980 reviews)
$93+
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Wyndham Garden McAllen at La Plaza Mall
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 724 reviews)
$96+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Mission
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 438 reviews)
$95+
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DoubleTree Suites by Hilton McAllen
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 529 reviews)
$108+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pharr By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 247 reviews)
$86+
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Motel 6-Mcallen, Tx - East
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1211 reviews)
$53+
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Renting a car in McAllen

Renting a car in McAllen costs $58 per day, on average, or $173 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in McAllen is the Dollar branch at 2500 S Bicentennial Blvd, which is 3 km from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at McAllen Miller Intl.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in McAllen (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in McAllen, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in McAllen costs $58 per day, on average, or $173 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in McAllen is the Dollar branch at 2500 S Bicentennial Blvd, which is 3 km from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at McAllen Miller Intl.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in McAllen (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in McAllen, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in McAllen

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$29/day

Economy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$30/day

Intermediate
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