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$159+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McAllen (DTW - 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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — MFE
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to McAllen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$294
(Delta)

One-way from

$159
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$668
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to McAllen Miller Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($92 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/258:00 pmDTW - MFE
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Wed 10/225:25 amMFE - DTW
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Deal found 9/10$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/258:00 pmDTW - MFE
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Mon 9/2912:30 pmMFE - DTW
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Deal found 9/10$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 9/1910:40 amDTW - MFE
1 stop8h 27mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/295:00 amMFE - DTW
1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 9/1910:40 amDTW - MFE
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/217:00 amMFE - DTW
1 stop8h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$379
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/198:05 amDTW - MFE
2 stops9h 33mDelta
Mon 9/2912:30 pmMFE - DTW
2 stops11h 19mDelta
Deal found 9/10$409
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/137:55 pmDTW - MFE
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Fri 10/1712:31 pmMFE - DTW
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 9/10$428

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 9/25

8:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 58m

McAllen Miller Intl

Wed 10/22

5:25 am-12:31 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$294

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/27

5:51 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop5h 35m

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 3/7

7:38 am-1:27 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$304

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/25

8:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 58m

McAllen Miller Intl

Mon 9/29

12:30 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$319

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/10

4:20 pm-12:07 am

1 stop8h 47m

McAllen Miller Intl

Wed 3/11

5:25 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$374

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/25

2:13 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops8h 44m

McAllen Miller Intl

Wed 10/22

7:00 am-6:07 pm

2 stops10h 07m

$384

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/7

3:15 pm-9:21 am

1 stop19h 06m

$159

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/20

7:46 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$175

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/16

7:46 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$175

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/7

1:52 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops9h 28m

$180

DetroitMcAllen

DTW - MFE

DTWMFE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/13

7:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$200

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McAllen

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McAllen?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McAllen (average of $281). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McAllen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to MFE?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to McAllen. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McAllen by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McAllen to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McAllen?

    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McAllen in 4h 58m. Fly via Delta or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and McAllen is about 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McAllen round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McAllen is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $256 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $268 and $398 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McAllen?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McAllen (average of $281). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to McAllen in December is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$268Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$398Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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