Distance from Tucson to McAllen by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Tucson (AZ) to McAllen (TX) is 871 miles or 1401 kilometers or 756 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Tucson to McAllen is 1104 miles (1778 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 233 miles or 377 km.

Flight distance from Tucson, AZ to McAllen, TX in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Tucson and McAllen is 871 miles or 1401 km.
The nearest airport to Tucson, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and the nearest airport to McAllen, is San Antonio International Airport (SAT).

What is the average flight time from Tucson to McAllen?

Flight time from Tucson, AZ to McAllen, TX is 2 hours 0 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Tucson to McAllen Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Tucson, AZ and McAllen, TX
This map shows the distance from Tucson, AZ, Usa to McAllen, TX, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Tucson, Arizona to McAllen, Texas is displayed below.

Driving distance from Tucson, AZ to McAllen, TX

The driving distance from Tucson, Arizona to McAllen, Texas is 1104 miles or 1778 km.
The total driving distance from Tucson, AZ to McAllen, TX is 1104 miles or 1778 kilometers. Your trip begins in Tucson, Arizona. It ends in McAllen, Texas.
The driving distance from Tucson, Arizona to McAllen, Texas is approximately 1104 miles (1778 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 18 to 19 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Tucson, AZ to McAllen, TX

How long is the drive from Tucson, AZ to McAllen, TX?
The total driving time is 18 hours, 42 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Tucson to McAllen take?
Tucson and McAllen are 18 hours 42 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Tucson and McAllen

Time difference between Tucson (AZ) and McAllen (TX) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in TucsonCurrent local time in McAllen
2026-04-01, 07:32:19 MST2026-04-01, 07:32:19 MST
How Far is it Between Tucson Arizona, USA and McAllen Texas, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Tucson, AZ and McAllen, TX in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1104 mi 1778 km 958.71 nmi
Straight line distance 871 mi 1401 km 756 nmi
Difference 233 mi 377 km 202 nmi

Tucson Details

Tucson is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 32° 13' 18.3'' Longitude: W 110° 55' 35.3''
Latitude32.22174
Longitude-110.92648
StateArizona
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McAllen Details

McAllen is located in Texas, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 26° 12' 12.3'' Longitude: W 98° 13' 48''
Latitude26.20341
Longitude-98.23001
StateTexas
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Tucson, AZ and McAllen, TX
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 37 hours 2 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 27 hours 46 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 24 hours 41 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 22 hours 13 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 20 hours 12 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 18 hours 31 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 17 hours 5 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 15 hours 52 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 14 hours 49 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 13 hours 53 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 13 hours 4 minutes