South Padre Island Travel Guide

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You're Going to Love South Padre Island

With a population of 2,884, South Padre Island is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything South Padre Island has to offer.

South Padre Island in October

Estimated hotel price

$156

1 night at 3-star hotel

$156

1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to South Padre Island in July, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12 °C, with an average temperature of 16 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 112 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in South Padre Island, with an average rainfall of 31 mm.

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Plane

Although South Padre Island doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl (BRO), which is located 34 km from South Padre Island.

Bus

Tornado Bus operates bus routes to South Padre Island. From San Antonio, the bus ride to South Padre Island takes 394 km and will cost you around $252. From Houston, the ticket costs about $201 for a journey of 579 km.

Plane

Although South Padre Island doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl (BRO), which is located 34 km from South Padre Island.

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Airports near South Padre Island

HRLHarlingen Valley Intl

MFEMcAllen Miller Intl

BROBrownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Airlines serving South Padre Island

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Iberia

Good (2,696 reviews)

United Airlines

Good (8,695 reviews)

Emirates

Excellent (3,213 reviews)

Qatar Airways

Good (3,561 reviews)

Air Canada

Good (9,239 reviews)

Alaska Airlines

Excellent (9,960 reviews)

Frontier

Okay (3,284 reviews)

ANA

Excellent (855 reviews)

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Sun Country Air

Good (345 reviews)

WestJet

Good (2,823 reviews)

Air New Zealand

Excellent (471 reviews)

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Where to stay in South Padre Island

Average rates range from around $371 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $289 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Palms Resort and Best Western Beachside Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of South Padre Island

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La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

3 stars

Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)

$207+

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Sand Rose Beach Resort

3 stars

Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)

$253+

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Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island Beachfront

3 stars

Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)

$260+

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Isla Grand Beach Resort

3 stars

Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)

$256+

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Ramada by Wyndham & Suites South Padre Island

3 stars

Good (7.7, Good reviews)

$101+

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Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island

3 stars

Good (7.7, Good reviews)

$282+

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Expect to pay $1.51 per litre in South Padre Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.12 and $24.16.

South Padre Island Tourism | South Padre Island Guide

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