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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $287-$493
American Airlines
Mon 10/22Mon 10/29
SNA - MFE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$285
Typical prices: $194-$381
American Airlines
Fri 10/19
SNA - MFE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Ana and McAllen. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 39% price drop
January
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $399 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to McAllen (SNA-MFE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to McAllen

Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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4:34 pm - 12:02 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:42 am - 9:52 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
United Airlines Logo
12:06 pm - 9:58 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 52m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:00 am - 3:26 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
10h 26m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
$364United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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11:29 am - 9:58 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
8h 29m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:00 am - 2:59 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 59m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
$427United Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
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2:35 pm - 12:02 amSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 9:05 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$441American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
Delta Logo
1:25 pm - 11:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
8h 34m2 stops Salt Lake City Austin Bergstrom
Delta Logo
12:46 pm - 10:05 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 19m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Salt Lake City
$451Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 4:07 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 52m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:15 am - 11:31 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$451United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:50 am - 10:08 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
13h 18m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:15 am - 11:31 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$456United Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 10
Delta Logo
1:25 pm - 11:59 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
8h 34m2 stops Salt Lake City Austin Bergstrom
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12:46 pm - 10:05 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
11h 19m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Salt Lake City
$474Delta
Sun, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 5:31 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 11:45 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$483American Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 20
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4:30 pm - 11:43 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:57 am - 9:05 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
5h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$494American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana to McAllen flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to McAllen?

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to McAllen typically range from $287 to $493. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359, on American Airlines.

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Key details for Santa Ana to McAllen flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$285
Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Ana to McAllen

When to book flights from Santa Ana to McAllen

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to McAllen?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Santa Ana to McAllen.

  • How long is a flight from Santa Ana to McAllen?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to McAllen takes 00m, covering 1,281 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to McAllen flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to McAllen range from $287 to $493, with an average of $468 over the past 12 months. Anything below $287 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Ana 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 $359 to $1,741. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Ana to McAllen looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to McAllen are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $621, which is 130% above 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 Santa Ana to McAllen?

    Flights from Santa Ana to McAllen usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at McAllen Miller Intl (MFE).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Ana to McAllen pass through?

    One-stop flights from Santa Ana to McAllen most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 73% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Ana to McAllen?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Santa Ana to McAllen. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $674, 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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Santa Ana to McAllen?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 06m, compared with 6h 29m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 38m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Ana and McAllen?

    McAllen is 2 hours ahead of Santa Ana (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $318, about $356 less than Tuesday fares (53% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to McAllen trip for November. Fares historically average $287 round-trip in that month - typically $290 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 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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