$240+ Cheap flights from McAllen to San Diego (MFE - SAN)
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MFE — SAN
Sep 16 — Sep 231
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from McAllen to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 17, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/159:38 pm -
1 stop24h 15m
Thu 11/1911:18 am -
1 stop21h 49m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$260
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 10/66:12 pm -
1 stop7h 26m
Sat 10/104:35 pm -
1 stop5h 04m
Deal found 8/13![American Airlines logo]()
$321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Tue 9/291:51 pm -
1 stop8h 10m
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1 stop7h 05m
Deal found 8/15![American Airlines logo]()
$322
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 10/67:00 am -
1 stop5h 58m
Sat 10/107:41 pm -
2 stops11h 12m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$326
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
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1 stop7h 10m
Mon 11/94:31 pm -
1 stop5h 44m
Deal found 8/14![American Airlines logo]()
$330
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/295:20 am -
2 stops14h 39m
Tue 10/610:25 pm -
2 stops11h 41m
Deal found 8/15![Delta logo]()
$331
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sat 9/55:25 pm -
1 stop6h 00m
Sat 9/128:45 am -
2 stops11h 14m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 11/64:19 pm -
1 stop6h 16m
Mon 11/94:31 pm -
1 stop5h 44m
Deal found 8/14![American Airlines logo]()
$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 11/712:46 pm -
2 stops11h 57m
Mon 11/99:50 pm -
2 stops12h 29m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/115:25 pm -
1 stop5h 59m
Sun 9/137:41 pm -
2 stops11h 12m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 10/304:02 pm -
2 stops9h 40m
Mon 11/210:30 pm -
2 stops11h 36m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$349
Best flights from McAllen to San DiegoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from McAllen to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from McAllen to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/159:38 pm -
1 stop24h 15m
Thu 11/1911:18 am -
1 stop21h 49m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$260
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 10/67:00 am -
1 stop5h 58m
Sat 10/107:41 pm -
2 stops11h 12m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$326
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/295:20 am -
2 stops14h 39m
Tue 10/610:25 pm -
2 stops11h 41m
Deal found 8/15![Delta logo]()
$331
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 11/75:08 am -
1 stop7h 10m
Mon 11/94:31 pm -
1 stop5h 44m
Deal found 8/12![American Airlines logo]()
$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 11/712:46 pm -
2 stops11h 57m
Mon 11/99:50 pm -
2 stops12h 29m
Deal found 8/14![Delta logo]()
$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/115:25 pm -
1 stop5h 59m
Sun 9/137:41 pm -
2 stops11h 12m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Thu 11/55:00 am -
2 stops8h 31m
Sat 11/712:05 pm -
1 stop7h 53m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$368
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 11/1112:59 pm -
2 stops11h 15m
Sun 11/1510:30 pm -
2 stops11h 49m
Deal found 8/16![Delta logo]()
$370
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 10/305:00 am -
2 stops8h 31m
Mon 11/23:04 pm -
1 stop6h 05m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$388
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 9/12:08 pm -
1 stop5h 38m
Sat 9/511:00 am -
2 stops8h 59m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$406
Last-minute flights from McAllen to San DiegoDiscover last-minute flight deals from McAllen to San Diego. Data last updated August 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from McAllen to San Diego. Data last updated August 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 8/284:18 pm -
1 stop6h 45m
Tue 9/11:38 pm -
1 stop6h 24m
Deal found 8/12![American Airlines logo]()
$405
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 8/291:49 pm -
1 stop8h 05m
Tue 9/16:19 am -
1 stop7h 14m
Deal found 8/15![American Airlines logo]()
$401
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Sat 8/295:19 am -
2 stops9h 22m
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1 stop5h 59m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$406
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/54:18 pm -
1 stop5h 36m
Sat 9/129:50 am -
1 stop5h 36m
Deal found 8/16![American Airlines logo]()
$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sat 9/55:25 pm -
1 stop6h 00m
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2 stops11h 14m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$335
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/55:20 am -
2 stops10h 50m
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2 stops9h 41m
Deal found 8/16![Delta logo]()
$340
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/54:18 pm -
1 stop5h 36m
Tue 9/84:22 pm -
1 stop5h 34m
Deal found 8/17![American Airlines logo]()
$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/115:25 pm -
1 stop5h 59m
Sun 9/137:41 pm -
2 stops11h 12m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$344
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/114:35 pm -
1 stop7h 13m
Sun 9/136:15 am -
1 stop7h 12m
Deal found 8/13![American Airlines logo]()
$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Tue 9/291:51 pm -
1 stop8h 10m
Tue 10/63:07 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Deal found 8/15![American Airlines logo]()
$322
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/295:20 am -
2 stops14h 39m
Tue 10/610:25 pm -
2 stops11h 41m
Deal found 8/15![Delta logo]()
$331
One-way flights from McAllen to San DiegoSearch for one-way flight options from McAllen to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from McAllen to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/209:21 pm -
1 stop24h 53m
Deal found 8/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Sun 8/304:18 pm -
1 stop8h 12m
Deal found 8/15![American Airlines logo]()
$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Sun 8/3012:37 pm -
2 stops8h 42m
Deal found 8/15![Delta logo]()
$285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 8/217:00 am -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 8/14![United Airlines logo]()
$330
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/217:53 pm -
2 stops15h 12m
Deal found 8/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$353
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 8/216:00 am -
1 stop7h 57m
Deal found 8/15![American Airlines logo]()
$389
Find flight deals from McAllen to San Diego
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from McAllen (MFE) to San Diego (SAN). 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 August 17, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $260 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $240 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $339 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from McAllen to San Diego 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 August 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from McAllen to San Diego that are best for you.
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Cheapest round-trip
McAllenSan Diego
MFE McAllen Miller Intl - SAN San Diego
MFESAN
McAllen Miller Intl
Sun 11/15
9:38 pm-7:53 pm
1 stop24h 15m
San Diego
Thu 11/19
11:18 am-11:07 am
1 stop21h 49m
$260
McAllenSan Diego
MFE McAllen Miller Intl - SAN San Diego
MFESAN
McAllen Miller Intl
Tue 10/6
7:00 am-10:58 am
1 stop5h 58m
San Diego
Sat 10/10
7:41 pm-8:53 am
2 stops11h 12m
$326
McAllenSan Diego
MFE McAllen Miller Intl - SAN San Diego
MFESAN
McAllen Miller Intl
Tue 9/29
5:20 am-5:59 pm
2 stops14h 39m
San Diego
Tue 10/6
10:25 pm-12:06 pm
2 stops11h 41m
$331
McAllenSan Diego
MFE McAllen Miller Intl - SAN San Diego
MFESAN
McAllen Miller Intl
Sat 11/7
12:46 pm-10:43 pm
2 stops11h 57m
San Diego
Mon 11/9
9:50 pm-12:19 pm
2 stops12h 29m
$340
McAllenSan Diego
MFE McAllen Miller Intl - SAN San Diego
MFESAN
McAllen Miller Intl
Fri 9/11
5:25 pm-9:24 pm
1 stop5h 59m
San Diego
Sun 9/13
7:41 pm-8:53 am
2 stops11h 12m
$344
Quickest round-trip
McAllenSan Diego
MFE McAllen Miller Intl - SAN San Diego
MFESAN
McAllen Miller Intl
Sat 11/7
5:08 am-10:18 am
1 stop7h 10m
San Diego
Mon 11/9
4:31 pm-12:15 am
1 stop5h 44m
$365
McAllenSan Diego
MFE McAllen Miller Intl - SAN San Diego
MFESAN
McAllen Miller Intl
Thu 11/5
5:00 am-11:31 am
2 stops8h 31m
San Diego
Sat 11/7
12:05 pm-9:58 pm
1 stop7h 53m
$368
McAllenSan Diego
MFE McAllen Miller Intl - SAN San Diego
MFESAN
McAllen Miller Intl
Wed 11/11
12:59 pm-10:14 pm
2 stops11h 15m
San Diego
Sun 11/15
10:30 pm-12:19 pm
2 stops11h 49m
$370
McAllenSan Diego
MFE McAllen Miller Intl - SAN San Diego
MFESAN
McAllen Miller Intl
Fri 10/30
5:00 am-11:31 am
2 stops8h 31m
San Diego
Mon 11/2
3:04 pm-11:09 pm
1 stop6h 05m
$388
McAllenSan Diego
MFE McAllen Miller Intl - SAN San Diego
MFESAN
McAllen Miller Intl
Tue 9/1
2:08 pm-5:46 pm
1 stop5h 38m
San Diego
Sat 9/5
11:00 am-9:59 pm
2 stops8h 59m
$406
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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 McAllen to San Diego in August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on McAllen-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on McAllen-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from McAllen-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on McAllen-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 McAllen-San Diego 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 McAllen to San Diego
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from McAllen with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from McAllen to San Diego
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from McAllen to San Diego?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to San Diego (average of $339). Flying from McAllen to San Diego in December is currently the most expensive (average of $578). 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 McAllen to San Diego?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
McAllen to San Diego flights typically cost between $319 and $427 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $260 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 15-Nov 19).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from McAllen to San Diego?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from McAllen to San Diego chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from McAllen to San Diego on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from McAllen to San Diego?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from McAllen to San Diego, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Houston (IAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $454.
What’s the fastest layover option from McAllen to San Diego?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from McAllen to San Diego, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 47m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from McAllen to San Diego?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from McAllen to San Diego, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Phoenix (PHX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 01m.
Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated August 17, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from McAllen to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
6.7
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySimon,Jun 2024
LAS - LAX
Food
6.7
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySimon,Jun 2024
LAS - LAX
Food
6.7
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySimon,Jun 2024
LAS - LAX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$217 | Average$393 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$439 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |