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$245+ Cheap flights from California to South Padre Island, TX

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 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MFE
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to South Padre Island

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Round-trip from

$289
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$245
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

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August

Average price

$468
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Cheapest flights from California to South Padre Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to South Padre Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Tue 11/1112:59 amLAX - BRO
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/207:20 pmBRO - LAX
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$270
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Sat 11/157:00 amSFO - BRO
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/182:48 pmBRO - SFO
1 stop8h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Fri 10/319:17 amSNA - BRO
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/45:20 amBRO - SNA
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/16$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Fri 10/311:30 pmSNA - BRO
2 stops8h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/47:15 amBRO - SNA
1 stop8h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/16$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/213:53 pmLAX - BRO
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/257:20 pmBRO - LAX
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/15$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Mon 12/87:00 amSFO - BRO
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/117:20 pmBRO - SFO
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/15$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Fri 10/312:02 pmFAT - BRO
2 stops7h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/49:35 amBRO - FAT
2 stops10h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/16$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Thu 10/162:49 pmLAX - BRO
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/136:11 pmBRO - LAX
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Fri 10/242:54 pmLAX - BRO
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/275:38 amBRO - LAX
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/16$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Fri 10/3112:35 pmSNA - BRO
2 stops9h 01mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/67:15 amBRO - SNA
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/16$400
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Wed 10/151:34 pmLAX - BRO
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/235:38 amBRO - LAX
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/15$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/72:55 pmSAN - BRO
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/97:17 pmBRO - SAN
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/15$413

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to South Padre Island 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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to South Padre Island that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

South Padre Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesBrownsville

LAX - BRO

LAXBRO

Los Angeles

Tue 11/11

12:59 am-10:09 am

1 stop7h 10m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 11/20

7:20 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$270

San FranciscoBrownsville

SFO - BRO

SFOBRO

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

12:10 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops8h 54m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 11/18

5:20 am-1:29 pm

2 stops10h 09m

$299

Santa AnaBrownsville

SNA - BRO

SNABRO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/31

9:17 am-6:28 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 11/4

5:20 am-9:53 am

1 stop6h 33m

$319

Santa AnaBrownsville

SNA - BRO

SNABRO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/31

1:30 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops8h 06m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 11/4

7:15 am-2:07 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$324

FresnoBrownsville

FAT - BRO

FATBRO

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 10/31

2:02 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops7h 34m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 11/4

9:35 am-5:58 pm

2 stops10h 23m

$349

Los AngelesBrownsville

LAX - BRO

LAXBRO

Los Angeles

Fri 11/21

3:53 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 11/25

2:50 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops9h 01m

$354

SacramentoBrownsville

SMF - BRO

SMFBRO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/28

6:20 am-4:29 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 3/4

6:04 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$379

Los AngelesBrownsville

LAX - BRO

LAXBRO

Los Angeles

Fri 10/24

1:34 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 10/26

5:38 am-10:13 am

1 stop6h 35m

$379

SacramentoBrownsville

SMF - BRO

SMFBRO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/28

11:25 am-9:48 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 3/4

12:07 pm-10:08 pm

2 stops12h 01m

$384

Santa AnaBrownsville

SNA - BRO

SNABRO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/31

12:35 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops9h 01m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 11/6

7:15 am-11:12 am

1 stop5h 57m

$400

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Best time to book a flight from California to South Padre Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to South Padre Island

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Padre Island (average of $83). Flying from California to South Padre Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to SO9?

Find hourly flight availability from California to South Padre Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 16, 2025.

When flying from California to South Padre Island, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 30% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to South Padre Island?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to South Padre Island. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to South Padre Island flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to South Padre Island. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this California to South Padre Island flight route?

    Flights from California to South Padre Island have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

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

    American Airlines and United Airlines can get you from California to South Padre Island in just under 7h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 56m. California and South Padre Island are separated by a distance of 1369 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to South Padre Island one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to South Padre Island are United Airlines ($245), American Airlines ($250), and Alaska Airlines ($415).

  • What are the most popular routes from California to South Padre Island?

    The most popular route from California to South Padre Island is Los Angeles - Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl. You may also consider Ontario - Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl or San Francisco - Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to South Padre Island flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to South Padre Island?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to South Padre Island.

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Padre Island (average of $83). Flying from California to South Padre Island in November is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 5 airlines flying from California to South Padre Island

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to South Padre Island. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$138Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$174Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$196Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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