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$229+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — MFE
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Tampa to South Padre Island

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 December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/3111:42 amTPA - BRO
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/45:10 amBRO - TPA
1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$390
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/199:40 amTPA - BRO
1 stop7h 27mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/2112:12 pmBRO - TPA
1 stop4h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$419
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/195:30 pmTPA - BRO
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/215:35 amBRO - TPA
2 stops10h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/237:00 amTPA - BRO
1 stop5h 26mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/275:10 amBRO - TPA
1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$453
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/195:30 pmTPA - BRO
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/2310:29 amBRO - TPA
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$524
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/207:00 amTPA - BRO
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/2310:29 amBRO - TPA
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$579

Find flight deals from Tampa to South Padre Island

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Round-trip from

$277
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$229
(American Airlines)

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October

Average price

$408
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa 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 December 18, 2025.
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

Thu 1/15

7:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 31m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 1/22

9:30 am-3:11 pm

1 stop4h 41m

$267

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Thu 1/15

6:00 am-2:48 pm

2 stops9h 48m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 1/22

3:18 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$272

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Thu 1/8

11:41 am-6:02 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sat 1/10

9:30 am-5:57 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$277

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Fri 1/9

9:20 am-4:12 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 1/11

9:30 am-5:57 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$277

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-2:48 pm

2 stops9h 48m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sat 1/10

3:18 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$282

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Tue 4/14

9:30 am-4:23 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sat 4/18

9:25 am-3:52 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$327

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Fri 2/27

6:35 am-11:36 am

1 stop6h 01m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 3/1

9:35 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$327

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Wed 1/14

7:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 31m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 1/21

9:30 am-3:07 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$337

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Wed 12/24

1:37 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$229

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Fri 2/27

6:35 am-11:36 am

1 stop6h 01m

$323

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to South Padre Island (average of $139). Flying from Tampa to South Padre Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $272). 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 December 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Tampa to South Padre Island at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 18, 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
9,091 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

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
9,091 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

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
11,054 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

FERNANDO,Sep 2024

YYC - IAH

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tampa 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 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. 4 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.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Tampa to South Padre Island in 5h 31m. Fly via United Airlines or American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 927 mi between Tampa and South Padre Island. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to South Padre Island (average of $139). Flying from Tampa to South Padre Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $272). 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 4 airlines flying from Tampa to South Padre Island

Discover the top 4 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$184Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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