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$175+ Cheap flights from Detroit to McAllen (DTT - MFE)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — MFE
Feb 19 — Feb 261
Thu 2/19
Thu 2/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to McAllen

Cheapest flights from Detroit to McAllen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to McAllen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/197:31 pm
DTW
-
MFE
1 stop5h 37m
American Airlines
Mon 2/233:48 pm
MFE
-
DTW
1 stop7h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/18$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1912:21 pm
DTW
-
MFE
2 stops12h 36m
Delta
Sat 2/285:28 am
MFE
-
DTW
1 stop6h 52m
Delta
Deal found 1/18$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/279:25 am
DTW
-
MFE
2 stops8h 24m
Delta
Wed 6/312:48 pm
MFE
-
DTW
2 stops10h 57m
Delta
Deal found 1/19$300
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/411:10 am
DTW
-
MFE
1 stop5h 57m
United Airlines
Wed 2/117:00 am
MFE
-
DTW
1 stop5h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/46:30 am
DTW
-
MFE
2 stops9h 04m
American Airlines
Wed 2/116:04 am
MFE
-
DTW
1 stop5h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/303:59 pm
DTW
-
MFE
1 stop8h 58m
Delta
Tue 2/101:00 pm
MFE
-
DTW
1 stop5h 52m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/35:20 am
DTW
-
MFE
2 stops12h 34m
Delta
Tue 3/311:20 pm
MFE
-
DTW
1 stop6h 22m
Delta
Deal found 1/18$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/307:00 am
DTW
-
MFE
2 stops10h 45m
Delta
Mon 2/91:00 pm
MFE
-
DTW
2 stops9h 42m
Delta
Deal found 1/19$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/114:42 pm
DTW
-
MFE
1 stop7h 17m
United Airlines
Wed 4/15:17 am
MFE
-
DTW
2 stops9h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/18$362
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/213:59 pm
DTW
-
MFE
1 stop8h 58m
Delta
Tue 2/105:25 am
MFE
-
DTW
1 stop6h 59m
Delta
Deal found 1/19$367

Find flight deals from Detroit to McAllen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to McAllen (MFE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$303
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From Detroit (DTT) to McAllen Miller Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 30% potential increase in price ($170 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 13% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to McAllen that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to McAllen that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

McAllen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/19

4:01 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 05m

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 2/28

3:48 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$289

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop7h 29m

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 4/25

6:40 am-2:48 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$289

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/19

12:21 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops12h 36m

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 2/28

5:28 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$294

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/18

7:00 am-4:43 pm

2 stops10h 43m

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 4/25

1:03 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$294

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/29

7:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$175

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/29

2:23 pm-12:54 pm

3 stops23h 31m

$356

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Deals found on 1/20

Compare providers for flights from Detroit to McAllen

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to McAllen in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-McAllen flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-McAllen flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-McAllen flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-McAllen flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit-McAllen flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to McAllen

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to McAllen

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to McAllen?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to McAllen (average of $128). Flying from Detroit to McAllen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $346). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to McAllen?

Reviews of airlines servicing McAllen

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to McAllen. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to McAllen. Reviews last updated January 20, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to McAllen, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,163 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Monica,Nov 2025

JAC - DFW

At least there was an option of entertainment on this flight.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,163 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,163 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Monica,Nov 2025

JAC - DFW

At least there was an option of entertainment on this flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to McAllen. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to McAllen?

    For as low as $289, American Airlines can have you in McAllen from Detroit in 8h 05m. Detroit and McAllen are separated by a distance of 1392 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to McAllen round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to McAllen, with prices starting at $268. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $268 and $442, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to McAllen that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to McAllen flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to McAllen?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to McAllen.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to McAllen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to McAllen by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to McAllen?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to McAllen (average of $128). Flying from Detroit to McAllen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $346). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Detroit to McAllen

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to McAllen. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$268Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$442Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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