Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to McAllen?

Flights from New Orleans to McAllen usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at McAllen Miller Intl (MFE).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Orleans to McAllen?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from New Orleans to McAllen.

Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to McAllen pass through?

One-stop flights from New Orleans to McAllen most commonly connect through: • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 68% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 25% of one-stop connections • Austin Bergstrom (AUS) - 7% of one-stop connections Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to McAllen?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 60% on the New Orleans to McAllen route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $242 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $598, a difference of $356. 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 long is a flight from New Orleans to McAllen?

A nonstop flight from New Orleans to McAllen takes 0h 00m, covering 553 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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.

Have flight prices from New Orleans 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 $338 to $1,649. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from New Orleans to McAllen looking right now?

One-way fares from New Orleans to McAllen are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $333, which is 52% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 12m, compared with 4h 13m via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and 4h 41m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

How much should I expect to pay for a New Orleans to McAllen flight?

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to McAllen range from $286 to $498, with an average of $362 over the past 12 months. Anything below $286 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from New Orleans to McAllen?

United Airlines ($338) and American Airlines ($339) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from New Orleans to McAllen according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from New Orleans to McAllen?

Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) is the most popular layover for the New Orleans to McAllen route. 68% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via IAH.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from New Orleans to McAllen?

Flights via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $391. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from New Orleans to McAllen which airport offers the shortest layover?

Austin Bergstrom (AUS) had the shortest average connection time for New Orleans to McAllen layovers at 158 minutes over the past 3 months.

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January

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Shortest trip • 4h 13m (one-way)

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Fri, Dec 11 - Tue, Dec 15

3:46 pm - 10:08 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

6h 22m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

5:15 pm - 9:53 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

4h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$338United Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11

3:40 pm - 9:58 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

6h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

5:20 am - 8:38 amMFE McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

3h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$339United Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11

5:41 am - 10:32 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

4h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:42 am - 10:11 amMFE McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

4h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$339American Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 10

3:45 pm - 9:46 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

6h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:12 pm - 11:27 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$339American Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11

5:15 am - 8:53 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

3h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

5:20 am - 8:38 amMFE McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

3h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$339United Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5

6:33 pm - 11:59 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

5h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:12 pm - 11:27 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$354American Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5

7:38 pm - 11:59 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

4h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:12 pm - 11:27 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$369American Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

5:15 am - 8:53 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

3h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:00 am - 11:12 amMFE McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

4h 12m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$378United Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29

8:30 pm - 1:27 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

16h 57m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9:32 pm - 7:15 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

21h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$509Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Tue, Dec 15

4:16 pm - 3:55 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

23h 39m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

1:03 pm - 12:33 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

23h 30m2 stops Orlando Sanford Intl Raleigh-Durham

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How much is a round-trip flight from New Orleans to McAllen?

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to McAllen start at $338. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $286 to $498. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $338 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to McAllen?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to McAllen, it is 34% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 65% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Cheapest flight	$234

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Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to McAllen?
Flights from New Orleans to McAllen usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at McAllen Miller Intl (MFE).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Orleans to McAllen?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from New Orleans to McAllen.
Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to McAllen pass through?
One-stop flights from New Orleans to McAllen most commonly connect through:

• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 68% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Austin Bergstrom (AUS) - 7% of one-stop connections

Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to McAllen?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 60% on the New Orleans to McAllen route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $242 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $598, a difference of $356. 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 long is a flight from New Orleans to McAllen?
A nonstop flight from New Orleans to McAllen takes 0h 00m, covering 553 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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.
Have flight prices from New Orleans 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 $338 to $1,649. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from New Orleans to McAllen looking right now?
One-way fares from New Orleans to McAllen are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $333, which is 52% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New Orleans to McAllen?
Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 12m, compared with 4h 13m via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and 4h 41m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
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
How much should I expect to pay for a New Orleans to McAllen flight?
Round-trip flights from New Orleans to McAllen range from $286 to $498, with an average of $362 over the past 12 months. Anything below $286 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $242 - about $356 less than Monday (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to McAllen trip for January. Fares historically average $217 round-trip in that month - typically $336 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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.
- OYO Hotel Mcallen Airport South
- DoubleTree Suites by Hilton McAllen
- Wyndham Garden McAllen at La Plaza Mall

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