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$289+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MFE
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Tue 8/26
Tue 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to South Padre Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to South Padre Island flight deals. Data was last updated August 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$373
From San Francisco to South Padre Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($114 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South Padre Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South Padre Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 10/211:59 pmSFO - BRO
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/65:38 amBRO - SFO
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 11/57:00 amSFO - BRO
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/97:17 pmBRO - SFO
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Thu 9/412:43 amSFO - BRO
1 stop8h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/95:15 pmBRO - SFO
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/21$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/58:00 amSFO - BRO
2 stops8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/93:04 pmBRO - SFO
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/21$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 10/112:43 amSFO - BRO
1 stop8h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/65:15 pmBRO - SFO
2 stops19h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/20$422
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/212:43 amSFO - BRO
1 stop8h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/77:00 amBRO - SFO
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/19$429

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

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San Francisco

Fly to

South Padre Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoBrownsville

SFO - BRO

SFOBRO

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

11:59 pm-10:11 am

1 stop8h 12m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Mon 10/6

5:38 am-10:33 am

1 stop6h 55m

$289

San FranciscoBrownsville

SFO - BRO

SFOBRO

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

7:00 am-5:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 11/9

7:17 pm-12:35 am

1 stop7h 18m

$314

San FranciscoBrownsville

SFO - BRO

SFOBRO

San Francisco

Fri 9/5

9:10 am-7:38 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 9/9

9:45 am-2:35 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$339

San FranciscoBrownsville

SFO - BRO

SFOBRO

San Francisco

Fri 9/5

8:00 am-6:09 pm

2 stops8h 09m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 9/9

3:04 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$344

San FranciscoBrownsville

SFO - BRO

SFOBRO

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

12:43 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 37m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Mon 10/6

5:15 pm-10:55 am

2 stops19h 40m

$422

San FranciscoBrownsville

SFO - BRO

SFOBRO

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

7:10 am-4:03 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 9/7

7:00 am-11:38 am

1 stop6h 38m

$429

San FranciscoBrownsville

SFO - BRO

SFOBRO

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

10:55 am-7:38 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$320

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Deals found on 8/20

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to South Padre Island

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Padre Island (average of $281). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to SO9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 August 21, 2025.

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

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 August 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines from San Francisco to South Padre Island have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PIT - DFW

Due to gate changes,we nearly missed our flight. The gate agent reassigned our seats and would NOT give us our assigned seats,but she did honor that same request to the man who arrived after us. Her rudeness and difficulty was not appropriate.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PIT - DFW

Due to gate changes,we nearly missed our flight. The gate agent reassigned our seats and would NOT give us our assigned seats,but she did honor that same request to the man who arrived after us. Her rudeness and difficulty was not appropriate.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to South Padre Island?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Padre Island from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to South Padre Island should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to South Padre Island from 2 different airlines.

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

    Departing from San Francisco to South Padre Island will take you 8h 12m. There are 1666 mi between San Francisco and South Padre Island. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South Padre Island (average of $281). Flying from San Francisco 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 2 airlines flying from San Francisco to South Padre Island

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 August 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$196Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$232Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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