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$119+ Cheap flights from McAllen (MFE) to Salinas, CA, CA

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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — SFO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from McAllen to Salinas

Cheapest flights from McAllen to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from McAllen to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Sat 2/143:48 pm
MFE
-
SFO
1 stop9h 22m
American Airlines
Tue 2/1711:35 pm
SFO
-
MFE
1 stop7h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Sat 5/912:48 pm
MFE
-
SFO
1 stop6h 38m
Delta
Mon 5/1812:40 am
SFO
-
MFE
2 stops9h 43m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 5/85:25 pm
MFE
-
SFO
2 stops7h 47m
Delta
Tue 5/191:00 pm
SFO
-
MFE
2 stops8h 59m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Sat 5/912:48 pm
MFE
-
SFO
1 stop6h 38m
Delta
Mon 5/185:59 pm
SFO
-
MFE
1 stop16h 24m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 5/1312:48 pm
MFE
-
SFO
1 stop6h 38m
Delta
Tue 5/191:00 pm
SFO
-
MFE
2 stops8h 59m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Fri 2/139:37 am
MFE
-
SFO
1 stop7h 23m
American Airlines
Tue 2/1711:35 pm
SFO
-
MFE
1 stop7h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 5/712:48 pm
MFE
-
SFO
2 stops12h 24m
Delta
Mon 5/189:30 pm
SFO
-
MFE
2 stops12h 53m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/51:00 pm
MFE
-
SFO
2 stops12h 47m
Delta
Sun 2/81:54 pm
SFO
-
MFE
1 stop8h 03m
Delta
Deal found 1/25$292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 5/1312:48 pm
MFE
-
SFO
1 stop6h 38m
Delta
Mon 5/185:59 pm
SFO
-
MFE
1 stop16h 24m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$300

Find flight deals from McAllen to Salinas

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$119
(American Airlines)

Popular in

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January

Average price

$236
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Customize your flight search to find flights from McAllen to Salinas 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 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from McAllen to Salinas that are best for you.

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McAllenSan Francisco

MFE - SFO

MFESFO

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 2/24

3:48 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 22m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

6:20 am-6:25 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$242

McAllenSan Francisco

MFE - SFO

MFESFO

McAllen Miller Intl

Wed 5/13

5:25 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops7h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 5/18

9:30 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops12h 53m

$248

McAllenSan Francisco

MFE - SFO

MFESFO

McAllen Miller Intl

Sun 2/15

5:28 am-11:54 am

2 stops8h 26m

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

5:55 am-5:08 pm

2 stops9h 13m

$248

McAllenSan Francisco

MFE - SFO

MFESFO

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 2/24

5:28 am-6:36 pm

2 stops15h 08m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

5:55 am-4:54 pm

2 stops8h 59m

$248

McAllenSan Francisco

MFE - SFO

MFESFO

McAllen Miller Intl

Wed 5/13

5:25 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops7h 47m

San Francisco

Tue 5/19

1:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 59m

$248

McAllenSan Francisco

MFE - SFO

MFESFO

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 5/12

5:25 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops7h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 5/18

9:30 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops12h 53m

$248

McAllenSan Francisco

MFE - SFO

MFESFO

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 5/9

12:48 pm-5:26 pm

1 stop6h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 5/18

5:59 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop16h 24m

$269

McAllenSan Francisco

MFE - SFO

MFESFO

McAllen Miller Intl

Mon 5/11

5:25 pm-9:16 am

1 stop17h 51m

San Francisco

Mon 5/18

9:30 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops12h 53m

$274

McAllenSan Francisco

MFE - SFO

MFESFO

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 2/14

5:01 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

11:35 pm-8:57 am

1 stop7h 22m

$277

McAllenSan Francisco

MFE - SFO

MFESFO

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 2/26

7:05 pm-12:48 am

1 stop7h 43m

$119

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to Salinas (average of $123). Flying from McAllen to Salinas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated January 26, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from McAllen to Salinas, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from McAllen to Salinas?

    McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from McAllen to Salinas. You should not have trouble finding flights to Salinas from Miller Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Salinas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the McAllen airport to Salinas. It is only a 2.0 mi journey to Miller Intl (MFE) from McAllen’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from McAllen to Salinas?

    Airlines like American Airlines and Delta fly from McAllen to Salinas in about 7h 47m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 35m. There are 1614 mi between McAllen and Salinas. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from McAllen to Salinas 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 McAllen to Salinas?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to Salinas (average of $123). Flying from McAllen to Salinas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 McAllen to Salinas

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from McAllen to Salinas. 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 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$123Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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