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How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

South Padre Island travel guide

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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. South Padre Island deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit South Padre Island

South Padre Island in October
Estimated hotel price
£69
1 night at 3-star hotel
South Padre Island in October
Estimated hotel price
£69
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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How to Get to South Padre Island

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. The shortest flight to South Padre Island from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 20h 59m.

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 £112. From Houston, the ticket costs about £89 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. The shortest flight to South Padre Island from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 20h 59m.

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 £112. From Houston, the ticket costs about £89 for a journey of 579 km.

Airports near South Padre Island

HRLHarlingen Valley Intl
MFEMcAllen Miller Intl
BROBrownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Airlines serving South Padre Island

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (851 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,414 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (201 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,163 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (346 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
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Where to stay in South Padre Island

Average rates range from around £162 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £128 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

Most booked hotels in South Padre Island

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La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£90+
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Sand Rose Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£113+
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Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island Beachfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£116+
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Isla Grand Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£109+
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Ramada by Wyndham & Suites South Padre Island
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£44+
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Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£122+
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Hiring a car in South Padre Island

Expect to pay £0.68 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 £8.06 and £10.74.

Expect to pay £0.68 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 £8.06 and £10.74.

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