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$319+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to South Padre Island, TX

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MFE
Jul 27 — Aug 31
Mon 7/27
Mon 8/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to South Padre Island

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 June 27, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 9/99:47 am
DSM
-
BRO
1 stop5h 39m
American Airlines
Tue 9/154:17 pm
BRO
-
DSM
1 stop6h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/97:13 pm
DSM
-
BRO
1 stop5h 00m
American Airlines
Mon 7/136:42 pm
BRO
-
DSM
1 stop5h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/253:02 pm
DSM
-
BRO
1 stop6h 57m
United Airlines
Sat 8/297:15 am
BRO
-
DSM
1 stop6h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/25$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Wed 9/911:32 am
DSM
-
BRO
2 stops10h 27m
United Airlines
Tue 9/157:15 am
BRO
-
DSM
2 stops13h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/23$419
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 7/84:48 pm
DSM
-
BRO
1 stop7h 25m
American Airlines
Sun 7/126:42 pm
BRO
-
DSM
1 stop5h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/23$440
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/225:12 am
DSM
-
BRO
1 stop5h 00m
American Airlines
Sun 7/266:42 pm
BRO
-
DSM
1 stop5h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/25$446
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 11/142:56 pm
DSM
-
BRO
1 stop6h 55m
United Airlines
Wed 11/187:10 am
BRO
-
DSM
2 stops8h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/22$465
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 7/234:48 pm
DSM
-
BRO
1 stop7h 25m
American Airlines
Thu 7/306:42 pm
BRO
-
DSM
2 stops13h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/23$478

Find flight deals from Des Moines to South Padre Island

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Average price

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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 MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Wed 9/9

9:47 am-3:26 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 9/15

4:17 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$319

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Tue 8/25

3:02 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sat 8/29

7:15 am-2:14 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$409

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Wed 9/9

8:00 am-3:51 pm

2 stops7h 51m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 9/15

7:15 am-8:26 pm

2 stops13h 11m

$419
Cheapest one-way

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

8:00 am-6:37 pm

2 stops10h 37m

$386

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Mon 7/6

4:48 pm-12:13 am

1 stop7h 25m

$406
Quickest one-way

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Fri 7/3

3:01 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$406

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Mon 7/6

3:24 pm-11:26 am

3 stops20h 02m

$750

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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 June 27, 2026.
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
9,896 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Isaac,May 2024

SHV - IAH

Flight from shv was great. My connecting flight was canceled though. Had to stay overnight in airport
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,896 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,896 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Isaac,May 2024

SHV - IAH

Flight from shv was great. My connecting flight was canceled though. Had to stay overnight in airport
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,779 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,896 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Isaac,May 2024

SHV - IAH

Flight from shv was great. My connecting flight was canceled though. Had to stay overnight in airport

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines 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.

  • 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 2 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 5h 39m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. Des Moines and South Padre Island are separated by a distance of 1100 mi.

  • 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to South Padre Island

Discover the top 2 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 June 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$221Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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