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

Flights from San José to McAllen usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at McAllen Miller Intl (MFE).

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

Connecting flights from San José to McAllen most commonly pass through: • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 90% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from San José to McAllen. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $534 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $743, a difference of $209. 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 San José to McAllen?

A nonstop flight from San José to McAllen takes 00m, covering 1,445 miles.

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

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San José 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 $523 to $3,050. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h, compared with 8h 27m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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 averaging $52 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Thrifty • Hertz • Budget • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

Round-trip flights from San José to McAllen range from $534 to $713, with an average of $556 over the past 12 months. Anything below $534 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from San José to McAllen?

Round-trip flights from San José to McAllen typically range from $534 to $713. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $523, on United Airlines.

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

United Airlines ($523) and American Airlines ($560) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San José to McAllen according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) is the most popular layover for the San José to McAllen route. 90% 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 San José to McAllen?

Flights via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $498. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for San José to McAllen layovers at 4h 52m over the past 3 months.

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Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 9

1:15 am - 4:06 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

14h 51m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:08 pm - 6:16 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$523United Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 9

1:15 am - 6:08 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

16h 53m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

5:00 am - 6:16 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$544United Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8

1:42 pm - 10:39 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

20h 57m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

7:01 pm - 8:51 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

25h 50m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

$560American Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8

1:42 pm - 10:39 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

20h 57m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

5:30 am - 1:43 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$625American Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8

2:25 pm - 10:08 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

7h 43m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:15 am - 1:22 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6h 07m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$691United Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Dec 1

3:54 pm - 10:31 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

18h 37m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

4:19 pm - 1:00 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 41m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

$762American Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Dec 1

2:25 pm - 9:58 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

7h 33m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:15 am - 8:39 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 24m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$857United Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Dec 1

9:20 am - 8:54 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

23h 34m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:15 am - 11:50 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16h 35m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl New York LaGuardia Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

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How much is a round-trip flight from San José to McAllen? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San José to McAllen departing in february.

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How long is a flight from San José to McAllen?
A nonstop flight from San José to McAllen takes 00m, covering 1,445 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San José to McAllen?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a San José to McAllen flight?
Round-trip flights from San José to McAllen range from $534 to $713, with an average of $556 over the past 12 months. Anything below $534 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San José 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 $523 to $3,050. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
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 averaging $52 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Budget
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Which airports can I use when flying from San José to McAllen?
Flights from San José to McAllen usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at McAllen Miller Intl (MFE).
Which airports do connecting flights from San José to McAllen pass through?
Connecting flights from San José to McAllen most commonly pass through:

• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 90% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to McAllen?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from San José to McAllen. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $534 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $743, a difference of $209.

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 San José to McAllen?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h, compared with 8h 27m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $534, about $209 less than Monday fares (28% savings) 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.

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

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