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Cheapest round-trip
$351
Typical prices: $345-$483
American Airlines
Sun 12/16Sun 12/16
ORD - MFE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$176
Typical prices: $203-$364
American Airlines
Wed 12/12
ORD - MFE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and McAllen. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 19% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Cheapest • Avg $434 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 5h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to McAllen (ORD-MFE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to McAllen

Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 16
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:39 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:19 pm - 11:04 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$351American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Wed, Dec 16
American Airlines Logo
7:01 pm - 12:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:19 pm - 11:59 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$355American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
United Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 10:08 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 46m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:10 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 10m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$355United Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:07 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:02 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$355American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 12:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
8h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:24 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$355American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Wed, Dec 16
Delta Logo
11:39 am - 12:01 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
12h 22m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Austin Bergstrom
Delta Logo
12:59 pm - 11:56 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 57m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$365Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
6:49 am - 3:33 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
8h 44m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Austin Bergstrom
Delta Logo
12:59 pm - 11:56 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 57m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$365Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 3:33 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
10h 03m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Austin Bergstrom
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 2:49 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 29m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$365Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
United Airlines Logo
9:21 am - 4:04 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 43m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:17 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 17m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$384United Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Tue, Dec 29
United Airlines Logo
2:23 pm - 9:56 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 33m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 12:44 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 19m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$400United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen typically range from $345 to $483. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $351, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 30% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen at $333 round-trip.
•November ($538) and December ($479) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$176
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 52% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen

When to book flights from Chicago to McAllen

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to McAllen based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen takes 00m, covering 1,239 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen range from $345 to $483, with an average of $413 over the past 12 months. Anything below $345 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $351 to $1,857. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $232, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at McAllen Miller Intl Airport (MFE)?

    McAllen Miller Intl Airport (MFE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at McAllen Miller Intl (MFE).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen pass through?

    Connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 68% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 32% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $387 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $538, a difference of $151.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 41m, compared with 5h 47m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $387, about $151 less than Monday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to McAllen trip for February. Fares historically average $333 round-trip in that month - typically $205 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to McAllen Miller Intl Airport.

    • DoubleTree Suites by Hilton McAllen
    • Wyndham Garden McAllen at La Plaza Mall
    • OYO Hotel Mcallen Airport South

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