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$174+ Cheap flights from Galveston, TX 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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — MFE
Apr 27 — May 41
Mon 4/27
Mon 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Galveston to South Padre Island

Cheapest flights from Galveston to South Padre Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Galveston to South Padre Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/236:01 am
HOU
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BRO
1 stop4h 11m
American Airlines
Thu 4/307:41 pm
BRO
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HOU
1 stop4h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/26$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 4/166:01 am
HOU
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BRO
1 stop4h 11m
American Airlines
Wed 4/227:41 pm
BRO
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HOU
1 stop4h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/25$260
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/76:01 am
HOU
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BRO
1 stop4h 13m
American Airlines
Sun 5/107:41 pm
BRO
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HOU
1 stop4h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/27$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/99:57 am
HOU
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BRO
1 stop4h 23m
American Airlines
Sat 4/117:41 pm
BRO
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HOU
1 stop4h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/24$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/912:42 pm
HOU
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BRO
1 stop6h 29m
American Airlines
Sat 5/167:41 pm
BRO
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HOU
1 stop4h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/26$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/2112:42 pm
HOU
-
BRO
1 stop5h 12m
American Airlines
Wed 4/227:41 pm
BRO
-
HOU
1 stop4h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/26$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sat 4/116:01 am
HOU
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BRO
1 stop4h 11m
American Airlines
Tue 4/142:50 pm
BRO
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HOU
1 stop5h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/24$353
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Fri 4/246:01 am
HOU
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BRO
1 stop4h 11m
American Airlines
Sun 4/267:41 pm
BRO
-
HOU
1 stop4h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/23$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/26:00 am
HOU
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BRO
1 stop4h 17m
American Airlines
Tue 4/75:40 am
BRO
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HOU
1 stop6h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/23$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/36:00 am
HOU
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BRO
1 stop4h 17m
American Airlines
Sun 4/58:05 pm
BRO
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HOU
1 stop3h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/26$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 6/168:23 pm
HOU
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BRO
1 stop4h 00m
American Airlines
Thu 6/186:42 pm
BRO
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HOU
1 stop5h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/27$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Tue 4/712:42 pm
HOU
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BRO
1 stop5h 12m
American Airlines
Wed 4/87:41 pm
BRO
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HOU
1 stop4h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/23$417

Find flight deals from Galveston to South Padre Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Galveston to South Padre Island flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2026.

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$174
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$259
From Galveston to South Padre Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($59 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Galveston 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 March 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Galveston to South Padre Island that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

HoustonBrownsville

HOU - BRO

HOUBRO

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/7

12:42 pm-7:11 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 5/10

7:41 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$259
Quickest round-trip

HoustonBrownsville

HOU - BRO

HOUBRO

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/23

6:01 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 11m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 4/30

7:41 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$259

HoustonBrownsville

HOU - BRO

HOUBRO

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/8

6:01 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 11m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 4/12

7:41 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$289

HoustonBrownsville

HOU - BRO

HOUBRO

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/9

9:57 am-2:20 pm

1 stop4h 23m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sat 4/11

7:41 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$289

HoustonBrownsville

HOU - BRO

HOUBRO

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/9

6:01 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 11m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Mon 4/13

7:41 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$289

HoustonBrownsville

HOU - BRO

HOUBRO

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/21

12:42 pm-5:54 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 4/22

7:41 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$347

HoustonBrownsville

HOU - BRO

HOUBRO

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/28

9:57 am-2:20 pm

1 stop4h 23m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Fri 5/1

7:41 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$347

HoustonBrownsville

HOU - BRO

HOUBRO

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/11

6:01 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 11m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 4/14

2:50 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$353

HoustonBrownsville

HOU - BRO

HOUBRO

Houston Hobby

Fri 4/24

6:01 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 11m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 4/26

7:41 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$356
Cheapest one-way

HoustonBrownsville

HOU - BRO

HOUBRO

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/9

6:01 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 13m

$174

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Padre Island from Galveston with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Galveston to South Padre Island

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Galveston to South Padre Island (average of $138). Flying from Galveston to South Padre Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 G4L to SO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Galveston 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 March 28, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Galveston to South Padre Island in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Galveston to South Padre Island. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Galveston to South Padre Island flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Galveston to South Padre Island?

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 March 28, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Galveston to South Padre Island to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,499 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,499 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,499 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Galveston 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 long is the flight from Galveston to South Padre Island?

    For as low as $259, American Airlines can have you in South Padre Island from Galveston in 6h 29m. Galveston and South Padre Island are separated by a distance of 290 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Galveston to South Padre Island (average of $138). Flying from Galveston to South Padre Island in July is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 2 airlines flying from Galveston to South Padre Island

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Galveston 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 March 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$178Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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