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$259+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to South Padre Island, TX

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DSM — HRL
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$401
From Des Moines to South Padre Island
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to South Padre Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to South Padre Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 12/411:29 amDSM - BRO
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/85:42 pmBRO - DSM
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 9/305:10 amDSM - BRO
1 stop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/410:41 amBRO - DSM
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/306:15 amDSM - BRO
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/47:15 amBRO - DSM
2 stops10h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 9/265:10 amDSM - BRO
1 stop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/296:39 pmBRO - DSM
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/263:25 pmDSM - BRO
2 stops8h 08mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/295:15 pmBRO - DSM
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$360
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/296:12 pmDSM - BRO
1 stop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/36:39 pmBRO - DSM
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Mon 9/296:15 amDSM - BRO
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/312:10 pmBRO - DSM
2 stops9h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$414

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to South Padre Island that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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South Padre Island

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Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

11:29 am-6:49 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Mon 12/8

5:42 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$259

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

5:10 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 01m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sat 10/4

10:41 am-3:24 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$289

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

11:31 am-7:36 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sat 10/4

9:30 am-8:11 pm

2 stops10h 41m

$299

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Fri 9/26

5:10 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 01m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Mon 9/29

6:39 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$329

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Fri 9/26

3:25 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops8h 08m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Mon 9/29

5:15 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$360

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Thu 2/12

8:00 am-3:38 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sat 2/21

5:25 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$384

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Mon 9/29

6:15 am-11:20 am

1 stop5h 05m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Fri 10/3

12:10 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$414

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Thu 2/12

8:00 am-5:53 pm

2 stops9h 53m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 2/22

5:25 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$494

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Wed 12/24

8:00 am-5:47 pm

2 stops9h 47m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 12/30

5:10 am-10:50 am

2 stops29h 40m

$587

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Deals found on 9/14

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to South Padre Island (average of $267). Flying from Des Moines to South Padre Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). 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 DSM to SO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines 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 September 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to South Padre Island as you normally would.

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Padre Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Padre Island. 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 South Padre Island. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to South Padre Island by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to South Padre Island?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to South Padre Island. You should not have trouble finding flights to South Padre Island from Des Moines; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to South Padre Island per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Des Moines airport to South Padre Island. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to South Padre Island in 7h 20m. Fly via American Airlines or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Des Moines and South Padre Island are separated by a distance of 1100 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines 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 Des Moines to South Padre Island.

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to South Padre Island (average of $267). Flying from Des Moines to South Padre Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to South Padre Island

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$310Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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