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$129+ 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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — MFE
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
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 January 29, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/511:40 am
TPA
-
BRO
1 stop5h 42m
United Airlines
Wed 3/115:15 am
BRO
-
TPA
1 stop4h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 9/107:23 am
TPA
-
BRO
1 stop7h 32m
American Airlines
Tue 9/155:46 am
BRO
-
TPA
1 stop4h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$283
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1111:41 am
TPA
-
BRO
1 stop7h 21m
United Airlines
Sun 2/159:35 am
BRO
-
TPA
1 stop7h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/113:26 pm
TPA
-
BRO
2 stops9h 07m
American Airlines
Sun 2/155:40 am
BRO
-
TPA
1 stop7h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 8/295:15 pm
TPA
-
BRO
1 stop6h 48m
United Airlines
Wed 9/29:30 am
BRO
-
TPA
1 stop5h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/129:22 am
TPA
-
BRO
1 stop6h 05m
American Airlines
Fri 2/132:58 pm
BRO
-
TPA
1 stop5h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$337

Find flight deals from Tampa to South Padre Island

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Average price

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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 January 29, 2026.
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 3/5

11:40 am-4:22 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 3/11

5:15 am-10:34 am

1 stop4h 19m

$257

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Wed 2/11

11:41 am-6:02 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 2/15

9:35 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$309

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Wed 2/11

3:26 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops9h 07m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 2/15

5:40 am-1:54 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$314

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Thu 4/16

11:37 am-6:28 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 4/19

7:15 am-3:56 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$327

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Thu 2/12

9:22 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Fri 2/13

2:58 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$337

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Thu 3/5

7:00 am-7:34 pm

2 stops13h 34m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Wed 3/11

5:40 am-3:04 pm

2 stops8h 24m

$412

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Fri 3/6

6:00 am-2:27 pm

2 stops9h 27m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sun 3/8

5:40 am-12:38 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$433

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Wed 2/11

5:59 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 2/12

10:47 am-11:59 pm

2 stops12h 12m

$447

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Mon 3/9

5:35 am-10:17 am

1 stop5h 42m

$129

TampaBrownsville

TPA - BRO

TPABRO

Tampa

Mon 3/9

10:05 pm-6:50 pm

3 stops21h 45m

$546

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Deals found on 1/29

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 $146). Flying from Tampa to South Padre Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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.

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 January 29, 2026.
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
9,215 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

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
9,215 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

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
11,205 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

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 40m. 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 $146). Flying from Tampa to South Padre Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$184Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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