Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to McAllen

1 airline flys nonstop from George Bush Intcntl Houston (IAH) to Mc Allen Miller International (MFE). It's 316 miles (508 km), about 1h 27m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

IAH
George Bush Intcntl Houston
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
MFE
Mc Allen Miller International
🇺🇸 McAllen, USA
Flight Time
1h 27m
Distance
316 mi
508 km
CO₂/pax
58 kg
−45 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
IAH → MFE
Flight Time
1h 27m
Distance
316 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to McAllen with one stop · direct emits 58 kg CO₂ per passenger

IAH AUS (Austin) MFE
Leg 1: 1h 4m (140 mi) Leg 2: 1h 21m (279 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 103 kg CO₂ (+78% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → AUS
1h 4m · 140 mi
View IAH to AUS flights →
Leg 2
AUS → MFE
1h 21m · 279 mi
View AUS to MFE flights →
IAH DFW (Dallas) MFE
Leg 1: 1h 27m (224 mi) Leg 2: 1h 37m (468 mi) Total: ~3h 4m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+166% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → DFW
1h 27m · 224 mi
View IAH to DFW flights →
Leg 2
DFW → MFE
1h 37m · 468 mi
View DFW to MFE flights →
IAH PHX (Phoenix) MFE
Leg 1: 3h 4m (1,008 mi) Leg 2: 2h 33m (964 mi) Total: ~5h 37m 🍃 358 kg CO₂ (+517% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → PHX
3h 4m · 1,008 mi
View IAH to PHX flights →
Leg 2
PHX → MFE
2h 33m · 964 mi
View PHX to MFE flights →
IAH LAS (Las Vegas) MFE
Leg 1: 3h 30m (1,221 mi) Leg 2: 2h 59m (1,209 mi) Total: ~6h 29m 🍃 435 kg CO₂ (+650% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IAH → LAS
3h 30m · 1,221 mi
View IAH to LAS flights →
Leg 2
LAS → MFE
2h 59m · 1,209 mi
View LAS to MFE flights →

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MFE → IAH: Flights from McAllen to Houston

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to McAllen?

A nonstop flight from Houston (IAH) to McAllen (MFE) takes approximately 1 hours and 27 minutes. The distance is 316 miles (508 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to McAllen?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to McAllen?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Houston from McAllen?

The flight distance from Houston to McAllen is 316 miles (508 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to McAllen?

At 1h 27m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Houston to McAllen?

Roughly 58 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 290 km.

Is the return flight from McAllen to Houston also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Houston to McAllen?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at George Bush Intcntl Houston for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.