Which airports can I use when flying from McAllen to San Francisco?

Flights from McAllen to San Francisco usually depart from McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from McAllen to San Francisco?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from McAllen to San Francisco: • Economy Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from McAllen to San Francisco pass through?

One-stop flights from McAllen to San Francisco most commonly connect through: • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 69% of one-stop connections • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 25% of one-stop connections • Austin Bergstrom (AUS) - 3% of one-stop connections • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 1% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from McAllen to San Francisco?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from McAllen to San Francisco. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $286 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $535, a difference of $249. 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 San Francisco?

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from McAllen to San Francisco?

A nonstop flight from McAllen to San Francisco takes 00m, covering 1,614 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from McAllen to San Francisco?

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 San Francisco 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 $201 to $1,004. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from McAllen to San Francisco looking right now?

One-way fares from McAllen to San Francisco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $312, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from McAllen to San Francisco?

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 45m, compared with 6h 57m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 57m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

What is the time difference between McAllen and San Francisco?

San Francisco 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 San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include: • Thrifty • Europcar • Dollar • Hertz • Fox

How much should I expect to pay for a McAllen to San Francisco flight?

Round-trip flights from McAllen to San Francisco range from $273 to $508, with an average of $339 over the past 12 months. Anything below $273 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from McAllen to San Francisco?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from McAllen to San Francisco. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 57% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from McAllen to San Francisco?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from McAllen to San Francisco at $236 round-trip. •June ($558) and May ($535) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 136% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from McAllen to San Francisco?

American Airlines ($327) and United Airlines ($349) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from McAllen to San Francisco according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from McAllen to San Francisco?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the McAllen to San Francisco route. 69% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DFW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from McAllen to San Francisco?

Flights via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $287. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from McAllen to San Francisco which airport offers the shortest layover?

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) had the shortest average connection time for McAllen to San Francisco layovers at 3h 25m over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest round-trip

$201

Typical prices: $273-$508

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$162

Typical prices: $198-$314

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Cheapest • Avg $287 (round-trip)

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Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Dec 2

9:19 pm - 8:19 amMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SFO San Francisco

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6:30 pm - 12:05 pmSFO San Francisco-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

15h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$201Multiple Airlines

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9:19 pm - 8:32 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SFO San Francisco

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8:01 pm - 12:39 amMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SFO San Francisco

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6:23 pm - 11:25 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SFO San Francisco

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8h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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33h 05m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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4:35 pm - 11:49 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SFO San Francisco

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$539American Airlines

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7h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from McAllen to San Francisco?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from McAllen to San Francisco. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 57% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from McAllen to San Francisco? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from McAllen to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from McAllen to San Francisco at $236 round-trip.
•June ($558) and May ($535) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 136% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from McAllen to San Francisco?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from McAllen to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from McAllen to San Francisco?
A nonstop flight from McAllen to San Francisco takes 00m, covering 1,614 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from McAllen to San Francisco?
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 McAllen to San Francisco flight?
Round-trip flights from McAllen to San Francisco range from $273 to $508, with an average of $339 over the past 12 months. Anything below $273 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from McAllen to San Francisco 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 $201 to $1,004. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from McAllen to San Francisco looking right now?
One-way fares from McAllen to San Francisco are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $312, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?
San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox
Which airports can I use when flying from McAllen to San Francisco?
Flights from McAllen to San Francisco usually depart from McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).
Which airports do connecting flights from McAllen to San Francisco pass through?
One-stop flights from McAllen to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 69% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Austin Bergstrom (AUS) - 3% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 1% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from McAllen to San Francisco?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from McAllen to San Francisco. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $286 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $535, a difference of $249.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from McAllen to San Francisco?
Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 45m, compared with 6h 57m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 57m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).
What is the time difference between McAllen and San Francisco?
San Francisco is 2 hours behind McAllen (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?
Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $286, about $249 less than Sunday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your McAllen to San Francisco trip for January. Fares historically average $236 round-trip in that month - typically $322 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.

• Grand Hyatt At Sfo

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