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$289+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) 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 8/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — MFE
ago. 4 — ago. 111
lun. 8/4
lun. 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Tampa to South Padre Island

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Round-trip from

$289
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$429
From Tampa to South Padre Island
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($43 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Tampa to South Padre Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to South Padre Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 30, 2025.

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.
mié. 8/137:00 amTPA - BRO
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
dom. 8/175:10 amBRO - TPA
1 stop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$289
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.
mié. 8/138:49 amTPA - BRO
2 stops10h 18mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/175:37 amBRO - TPA
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$294

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

Fly from

Tampa

Fly to

South Padre Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

mié. 8/13

7:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 25m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

dom. 8/17

5:10 am-10:47 am

1 stop4h 37m

$289

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

mié. 8/13

8:49 am-6:07 pm

2 stops10h 18m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

dom. 8/17

5:37 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$294

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Deals found on 7/29

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa 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 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Tampa 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 julio 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Tampa 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

FERNANDO,Sep 2024

YYC - IAH

Everything was good, maybe can give better foof flys more than 4 hours
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

FERNANDO,Sep 2024

YYC - IAH

Everything was good, maybe can give better foof flys more than 4 hours
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

FERNANDO,Sep 2024

YYC - IAH

Everything was good, maybe can give better foof flys more than 4 hours

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

    Tampa (TPA), located 4.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Tampa to South Padre Island. 3 airlines have flights from Tampa to South Padre Island on a regular basis. Booking flights from Tampa to South Padre Island should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to South Padre Island per day.

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Tampa 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$184Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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