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$259+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 11/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MFE
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to South Padre Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to South Padre Island flight deals. Data was last updated julio 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$229
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$338
From Iowa to South Padre Island
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to South Padre Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to South Padre Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
sáb. 11/153:39 pmDSM - BRO
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
mar. 11/185:42 pmBRO - DSM
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
jue. 8/141:55 pmOMA - BRO
2 stops9h 37mUnited Airlines
lun. 8/185:19 pmBRO - OMA
1 stop4h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
sáb. 8/2310:42 amMLI - BRO
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
mar. 8/265:37 amBRO - MLI
1 stop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
sáb. 9/275:11 amOMA - BRO
1 stop5h 00mAmerican Airlines
mié. 10/16:39 pmBRO - OMA
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
sáb. 8/236:30 amMLI - BRO
2 stops9h 33mUnited Airlines
mar. 8/267:20 amBRO - MLI
2 stops7h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
sáb. 8/238:00 amCID - BRO
2 stops8h 03mUnited Airlines
mar. 8/269:45 amBRO - CID
2 stops11h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$400
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
vie. 12/268:00 amDSM - BRO
2 stops15h 33mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/3012:07 pmBRO - DSM
2 stops9h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$463
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
sáb. 8/235:08 amCID - BRO
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
mar. 8/2610:33 amBRO - CID
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$499
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
sáb. 8/236:00 amALO - BRO
2 stops8h 34mAmerican Airlines
mar. 8/2610:33 amBRO - ALO
2 stops8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$503

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 julio 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to South Padre Island that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

South Padre Island

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Depart

Return

Price

MolineBrownsville

MLI - BRO

MLIBRO

Moline Quad-City

lun. 11/17

11:10 am-5:12 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

dom. 11/23

6:11 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$259

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

sáb. 11/15

3:39 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

mar. 11/18

5:42 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$259

OmahaBrownsville

OMA - BRO

OMABRO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

jue. 8/14

1:55 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops9h 37m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

lun. 8/18

5:19 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$294

OmahaBrownsville

OMA - BRO

OMABRO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

sáb. 9/27

5:11 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 00m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

mié. 10/1

6:39 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$339

Cedar RapidsBrownsville

CID - BRO

CIDBRO

Cedar Rapids

sáb. 8/23

8:00 am-4:03 pm

2 stops8h 03m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

mar. 8/26

9:45 am-9:25 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$400

MolineBrownsville

MLI - BRO

MLIBRO

Moline Quad-City

sáb. 8/23

6:30 am-4:03 pm

2 stops9h 33m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

mar. 8/26

9:45 am-7:27 pm

2 stops9h 42m

$400

Cedar RapidsBrownsville

CID - BRO

CIDBRO

Cedar Rapids

jue. 1/1

5:00 am-9:53 am

1 stop4h 53m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

dom. 3/1

6:04 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$439

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

vie. 12/26

8:00 am-11:33 pm

2 stops15h 33m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

mar. 12/30

12:07 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops9h 33m

$463

WaterlooBrownsville

ALO - BRO

ALOBRO

Waterloo

sáb. 8/23

6:00 am-2:34 pm

2 stops8h 34m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

mar. 8/26

10:33 am-7:30 pm

2 stops8h 57m

$503

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Deals found on 7/31

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

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to South Padre Island (average of $281). Flying from Iowa to South Padre Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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 IA to SO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 julio 31, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to South Padre Island, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 julio 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Iowa to South Padre Island, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. 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
8,900 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

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
8,900 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

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
8,900 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

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 are the most popular routes from Iowa to South Padre Island?

    The most popular flight routes from Iowa to South Padre Island are Des Moines - Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl, Omaha Eppley Airfield - Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl and Moline Quad-City - Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to South Padre Island (average of $281). Flying from Iowa to South Padre Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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 Iowa to South Padre Island

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 julio 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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