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$285+ Cheap flights from South Padre Island, TX to San Francisco (SFO)

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — SFO
Feb 19 — Feb 261
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Expedia
2 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$343
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$285
(United Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from South Padre Island to San Francisco
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 2/36:49 pm
BRO
-
SFO
1 stop6h 23m
American Airlines
Fri 2/612:17 am
SFO
-
BRO
1 stop8h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/18$343
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/2412:13 pm
BRO
-
SFO
1 stop7h 37m
United Airlines
Tue 1/277:18 am
SFO
-
BRO
1 stop8h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/17$539

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BrownsvilleSan Francisco

BRO - SFO

BROSFO

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 2/3

6:49 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop6h 23m

San Francisco

Fri 2/6

12:17 am-10:20 am

1 stop8h 03m

$343

BrownsvilleSan Francisco

BRO - SFO

BROSFO

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Fri 2/6

5:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$285

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Deals found on 1/18

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Padre Island to San Francisco?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Padre Island to San Francisco (average of $123). Flying from South Padre Island to San Francisco 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 San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated January 20, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from South Padre Island to San Francisco. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from South Padre Island?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Padre Island to San Francisco. 4 airlines have flights to San Francisco from South Padre Island on a regular basis. Booking flights from South Padre Island to San Francisco should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from South Padre Island per day.

  • How long is the flight from South Padre Island to San Francisco?

    American Airlines can get you from South Padre Island to San Francisco in just under 6h 23m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 1666 mi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Padre Island to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Padre Island to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Padre Island to San Francisco 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 South Padre Island to San Francisco?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Padre Island to San Francisco (average of $123). Flying from South Padre Island to San Francisco 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 4 airlines flying from South Padre Island to San Francisco

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$123Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$160Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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