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$259+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 3/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MFE
Feb 18 — Feb 251
Tue 2/18
Tue 2/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to South Padre Island

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Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$372
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Find flight deals from Iowa to South Padre Island

Cheapest flights from Iowa to South Padre Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to South Padre Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 13, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 3/225:29 pmDSM - BRO
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/276:13 pmBRO - DSM
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/13$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 2/286:15 amOMA - BRO
1 stop7h 12mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/45:00 amBRO - OMA
2 stops11h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/13$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Tue 3/1112:38 pmOMA - BRO
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/1410:43 amBRO - OMA
1 stop22h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/12$406
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Tue 5/203:25 pmMLI - BRO
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/2410:41 amBRO - MLI
2 stops11h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/11$453
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 2/2510:59 amMLI - BRO
2 stops10h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/49:35 amBRO - MLI
2 stops11h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/11$473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 2/216:50 pmDSM - BRO
2 stops21h 12mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/289:35 amBRO - DSM
1 stop4h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/13$528
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 5/138:05 amCID - BRO
2 stops11h 49mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/179:35 amBRO - CID
2 stops12h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/13$529
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 3/156:29 pmCID - BRO
2 stops15h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/226:13 pmBRO - CID
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/13$1,072

Find flights from Iowa to South Padre Island within your budget

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Iowa

Fly to

South Padre Island

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Price

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Sat 3/22

5:29 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 3/27

6:13 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$259

OmahaBrownsville

OMA - BRO

OMABRO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 2/28

6:15 am-1:27 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 3/4

5:00 am-4:23 pm

2 stops11h 23m

$294

OmahaBrownsville

OMA - BRO

OMABRO

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/11

12:38 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Fri 3/14

10:43 am-9:10 am

1 stop22h 27m

$406

MolineBrownsville

MLI - BRO

MLIBRO

Moline Quad-City

Tue 5/20

3:25 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sat 5/24

10:41 am-9:45 pm

2 stops11h 04m

$453

MolineBrownsville

MLI - BRO

MLIBRO

Moline Quad-City

Tue 2/25

10:59 am-9:20 pm

2 stops10h 21m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 3/4

9:35 am-9:20 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$473

Cedar RapidsBrownsville

CID - BRO

CIDBRO

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/13

8:05 am-7:54 pm

2 stops11h 49m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sat 5/17

9:35 am-9:39 pm

2 stops12h 04m

$529

Des MoinesBrownsville

DSM - BRO

DSMBRO

Des Moines

Sat 3/22

6:45 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 3/27

5:20 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops20h 59m

$750

Cedar RapidsBrownsville

CID - BRO

CIDBRO

Cedar Rapids

Sat 3/15

6:29 pm-10:10 am

2 stops15h 41m

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Sat 3/22

6:13 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$1,072

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Deals found on 2/13

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to South Padre Island

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Iowa to South Padre Island including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to South Padre Island (average of $281). Flying from Iowa to South Padre Island in March is currently the most expensive (average of $423). 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 IA to SO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 February 13, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to South Padre Island, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in South Padre Island by month

Plan your trip to South Padre Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Padre Island ranges from 1.1 - 5.9 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit South Padre Island when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in South Padre Island by month

Plan your trip to South Padre Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Padre Island, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

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 February 13, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Iowa to South Padre Island. 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
8,831 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,831 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,831 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,831 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa 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 are the most popular routes from Iowa to South Padre Island?

    The most popular flight routes from Iowa to South Padre Island are Moline Quad-City - Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl, Des Moines - Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl and Cedar Rapids - Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to South Padre Island (average of $281). Flying from Iowa to South Padre Island in March is currently the most expensive (average of $423). 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 Iowa to South Padre Island

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 February 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$171Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$342Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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