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Cheapest round-trip
$264
Typical prices: $308-$453
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/1Mon 11/5
MFE - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$150
Typical prices: $200-$320
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/5
MFE - LAX • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between McAllen and Los Angeles. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 24% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $279 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from McAllen to Los Angeles (MFE-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from McAllen to Los Angeles

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5
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9:28 pm - 6:41 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
23h 13m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:57 pm - 9:22 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
21h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$264Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
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4:48 pm - 7:34 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
16h 46m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:15 pm - 3:58 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
20h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$272Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
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4:48 pm - 7:34 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
16h 46m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:03 pm - 11:23 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
38h 20m2 stops San Francisco Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$275Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 9
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4:14 pm - 8:30 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
6h 16m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
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3:59 pm - 12:01 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 02m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$305Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 9
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4:14 pm - 8:30 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
6h 16m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
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11:59 pm - 12:19 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
10h 20m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Austin Bergstrom
$310Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:16 pm - 11:54 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
7h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 5:43 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
8h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$317American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:30 am - 1:00 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
8h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:55 am - 8:52 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$317American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
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5:00 am - 9:48 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
6h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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11:59 pm - 8:54 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 55m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$322United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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12:59 pm - 9:54 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
10h 55m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Salt Lake City
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3:59 pm - 12:01 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 02m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$322Delta
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 3
United Airlines Logo
7:24 pm - 11:30 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
6h 06m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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12:51 am - 8:53 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 02m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$339United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for McAllen to Los Angeles flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from McAllen to Los Angeles with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from McAllen to Los Angeles?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from McAllen to Los Angeles, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 19% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from McAllen to Los Angeles?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from McAllen to Los Angeles at $287 round-trip.
  • April ($448) and July ($438) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from McAllen to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from McAllen to Los Angeles are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for McAllen to Los Angeles flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$150
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from McAllen to Los Angeles

When to book flights from McAllen to Los Angeles

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from McAllen to Los Angeles?

    Flights from McAllen to Los Angeles usually depart from McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) and arrive at Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from McAllen to Los Angeles?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from McAllen to Los Angeles.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from McAllen to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from McAllen to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Austin Bergstrom (AUS) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from McAllen to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the McAllen to Los Angeles route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $338 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $450, a difference of $112. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute McAllen to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 23% above the route average of $378. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from McAllen to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from McAllen to Los Angeles takes 0h 00m, covering 1,316 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from McAllen to Los Angeles?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from McAllen to Los Angeles 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 $264 to $1,589. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from McAllen to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from McAllen to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $196, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from McAllen to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 14m, compared with 6h 21m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 23m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between McAllen and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 2 hours behind McAllen (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a McAllen to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from McAllen to Los Angeles range from $308 to $453, with an average of $378 over the past 12 months. Anything below $308 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking McAllen to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $338 - about $112 less than Sunday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your McAllen to Los Angeles trip for September. Fares historically average $287 round-trip in that month - typically $161 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport.
    - Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
    - Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    - Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

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