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What is the best way to travel from Chicago to McAllen, TX?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to McAllen, TX from Chicago. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
26h 51m
£174
£213
16
Flight
5h 14m
£130
£308
10

What is the cheapest way to reach McAllen, TX from Chicago?

You can reach McAllen, TX with just £130 by taking a Flight from Spirit Airlines, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £183
Saturday
Sunday
from £174
Monday
from £130
Tuesday
from £189
Wednesday
Thursday
from £207

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • United Airlines
    5h 23m
    0
    06:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    11:23
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    6h 0m
    0
    07:35
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:35
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    7h 13m
    0
    08:49
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    16:02
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    5h 35m
    0
    14:21
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    19:56
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    6h 6m
    0
    15:53
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    21:59
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • Frontier Airlines
    21h 22m
    0
    11:43
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    09:05
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £213

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    34h 15m
    0
    19:25
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    05:40
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £174
  • FlixBus
    44h 10m
    0
    23:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £174
  • Greyhound US
    31h 10m
    0
    22:30
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    05:40
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £187
  • Tornado Bus Company
    26h 51m
    0
    13:30
    Chicago
    California & 35th Street Coach Stop
    16:21
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Tornado Bus Company
    Basic
    £205
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • United Airlines
    5h 23m
    0
    06:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    11:23
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    6h 0m
    0
    07:35
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:35
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    7h 38m
    0
    14:21
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    21:59
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    6h 6m
    0
    15:53
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    21:59
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    5h 14m
    0
    16:45
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    21:59
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • Viva Aerobus
    7h 25m
    0
    01:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    08:25
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from £242

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Spirit Airlines
    29h 52m
    0
    07:20
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:12
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £130
  • Spirit Airlines
    25h 3m
    0
    12:09
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:12
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £130
  • Frontier Airlines
    22h 46m
    0
    14:26
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:12
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £137
  • United Airlines
    8h 27m
    0
    07:35
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    16:02
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    7h 13m
    0
    08:49
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    16:02
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • Frontier Airlines
    8h 32m
    0
    11:33
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:05
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £293

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    40h 50m
    0
    23:10
    Chicago
    Union Station
    16:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £189
  • Greyhound US
    43h 40m
    0
    10:00
    Chicago
    Union Station
    05:40
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £201
  • Greyhound US
    37h 50m
    0
    06:10
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £206
  • Greyhound US
    37h 20m
    0
    22:30
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £210

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • United Airlines
    8h 25m
    0
    07:35
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    16:00
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £207
  • United Airlines
    6h 22m
    0
    17:03
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    23:25
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £227
  • Spirit Airlines
    14h 0m
    0
    06:05
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:05
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £253
  • Frontier Airlines
    19h 57m
    0
    15:27
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    11:24
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £288
  • Frontier Airlines
    9h 28m
    0
    10:37
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:05
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £325
  • Volaris
    9h 12m
    0
    06:23
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    15:35
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £374
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    34h 15m
    0
    09:45
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £226
  • FlixBus
    37h 10m
    0
    16:30
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    05:40
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £229
  • Greyhound US
    40h 55m
    0
    10:00
    Chicago
    Union Station
    02:55
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £231
  • Greyhound US
    40h 50m
    0
    23:10
    Chicago
    Union Station
    16:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £263
  • Greyhound US
    37h 20m
    0
    22:30
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £275

What are the fastest trips from Chicago to McAllen, TX?

You can get to McAllen, TX from Chicago in just 5h 14m with a Flight from United Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 5h 23m
Saturday
Sunday
from 5h 14m
Monday
from 7h 13m
Tuesday
from 37h 20m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 6h 22m

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • United Airlines
    5h 23m
    0
    06:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    11:23
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    5h 35m
    0
    14:21
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    19:56
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    6h 0m
    0
    07:35
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:35
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    6h 6m
    0
    15:53
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    21:59
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    7h 13m
    0
    08:49
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    16:02
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • Frontier Airlines
    8h 22m
    0
    11:43
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:05
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £234

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • United Airlines
    5h 14m
    0
    16:45
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    21:59
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    5h 23m
    0
    06:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    11:23
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    6h 0m
    0
    07:35
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:35
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    6h 6m
    0
    15:53
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    21:59
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • Viva Aerobus
    7h 25m
    0
    01:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    08:25
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from £242
  • United Airlines
    7h 38m
    0
    14:21
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    21:59
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Tornado Bus Company
    26h 51m
    0
    13:30
    Chicago
    California & 35th Street Coach Stop
    16:21
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Tornado Bus Company
    Basic
    £205
  • Greyhound US
    31h 10m
    0
    22:30
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    05:40
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £187
  • FlixBus
    34h 15m
    0
    19:25
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    05:40
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £174
  • FlixBus
    44h 10m
    0
    23:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £174

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • United Airlines
    7h 13m
    0
    08:49
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    16:02
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • Viva Aerobus
    7h 25m
    0
    01:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    08:25
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from £365
  • Volaris
    8h 26m
    0
    23:59
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    08:25
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £336
  • United Airlines
    8h 27m
    0
    07:35
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    16:02
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • Frontier Airlines
    8h 32m
    0
    11:33
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:05
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £293
  • Frontier Airlines
    22h 46m
    0
    14:26
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:12
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £137

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    37h 20m
    0
    22:30
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £210
  • Greyhound US
    37h 50m
    0
    06:10
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £206
  • Greyhound US
    40h 50m
    0
    23:10
    Chicago
    Union Station
    16:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £189
  • Greyhound US
    43h 40m
    0
    10:00
    Chicago
    Union Station
    05:40
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £201

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • United Airlines
    6h 22m
    0
    17:03
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    23:25
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £227
  • Viva Aerobus
    7h 25m
    0
    01:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    08:25
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from £448
  • United Airlines
    8h 25m
    0
    07:35
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    16:00
    McAllen International Airport
    McAllen International Coach Stop
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £207
  • Volaris
    9h 12m
    0
    06:23
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    15:35
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £374
  • Frontier Airlines
    9h 28m
    0
    10:37
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:05
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £325
  • Spirit Airlines
    14h 0m
    0
    06:05
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:05
    Reynosa Airport
    Reynosa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £253
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    34h 15m
    0
    09:45
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    20:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £226
  • FlixBus
    37h 10m
    0
    16:30
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    05:40
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £229
  • Greyhound US
    37h 20m
    0
    22:30
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    11:50
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £275
  • Greyhound US
    40h 50m
    0
    23:10
    Chicago
    Union Station
    16:00
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £263
  • Greyhound US
    40h 55m
    0
    10:00
    Chicago
    Union Station
    02:55
    McAllen, TX
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £231
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Chicago to McAllen, TX

What are the most popular stations in Chicago and McAllen, TX?

In Chicago, you will usually depart from California & 35th Street Coach Stop, Downtown Coach Station or 95th Red Line Station, while in McAllen, TX you will be arriving at Central Coach Station or Frontera México-USA, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to McAllen, TX from Chicago? With 10 connections between 3 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Chicago and McAllen, TX, you can pay as low as £130 with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to McAllen, TX in just 5h 14m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Chicago and McAllen, TX are United Airlines, Greyhound US and Frontier Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Chicago and McAllen, TX is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Cicero, IL or to McAllen International Airport, and look at flights from Chicago Midway Airport, and landing at McAllen International Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Chicago to McAllen, TX?

The most popular companies between Chicago and McAllen, TX, are United Airlines, Greyhound US and Frontier Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US, FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company

Airlines: United Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Viva Aerobus and 4 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Chicago to McAllen, TX

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Chicago to McAllen, TX. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Chicago to McAllen, TX

How can I reach McAllen, TX from Chicago?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to McAllen, TX from Chicago.

How far is McAllen, TX from Chicago?

The distance between Chicago and McAllen, TX is 1,993.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Chicago and McAllen, TX?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 54 kgs of CO2, a train 70 kgs, a car 339 kgs, and a flight 490 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Chicago to McAllen, TX?

You can get to McAllen, TX with just £130 by taking a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to McAllen, TX?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to McAllen, TX in just 5h 14m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to Chicago and to McAllen, TX

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Chicago and to McAllen, TX. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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