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'Big win for the Valley': McAllen International Airport adds nonstop flights to Phoenix with American Airlines
By Shirley Escobedo at ValleyCentral
· June 2, 2026
· 1 min read
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The McAllen International Airport has added nonstop daily flights to Phoenix. McAllen International Airport Director of Aviation Jeremy Santascoy said American Airlines has the majority market share of the airport, with seven daily departures to the Dallas-Fort ...
Key takeaway McAllen International Airport Director of Aviation Jeremy Santascoy said American Airlines has the majority market share of the airport, with seven daily departures to the Dallas-Fort ...
Why this matters in The Brownsville
The addition of nonstop flights from McAllen International Airport to Phoenix with American Airlines is a significant boost to the regional economy, particularly for business travelers and those with ties to the western United States. As a major hub, Phoenix offers connections to numerous destinations, increasing the Valley's accessibility and potentially drawing more visitors and investment to the area. This development also underscores the growing importance of the McAllen International Airport as a transportation gateway for the Rio Grande Valley. With American Airlines already holding a significant market share at the airport, the new Phoenix route is likely to further solidify the airline's presence and potentially pave the way for additional route expansions in the future. For Brownsville residents, the enhanced connectivity at McAllen International Airport is a welcome development, as it provides more convenient travel options and strengthens the region's position as a major commercial and tourist hub.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 2, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral ·
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What is this story about? HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The McAllen International Airport has added nonstop daily flights to Phoenix. McAllen International Airport Director of Aviation Jeremy Santascoy said American Airlines has the majority market share of the airport, with seven daily departures to the Dallas-Fort ...
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