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.

When to visit South Padre Island

South Padre Island in November
Estimated hotel price
AED 306
1 night at 3-star hotel
South Padre Island in November
Estimated hotel price
AED 306
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.

Bus

You can travel by bus to South Padre Island using Tornado Bus or FlixBus. From Austin, the bus ride to South Padre Island takes 515 km and will cost you around AED 624. From Houston, the ticket costs about AED 459 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.

Bus

You can travel by bus to South Padre Island using Tornado Bus or FlixBus. From Austin, the bus ride to South Padre Island takes 515 km and will cost you around AED 624. From Houston, the ticket costs about AED 459 for a journey of 579 km.

Airlines serving South Padre Island

Lufthansa
Good (4,650 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,477 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,599 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,555 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,938 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,775 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,556 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (462 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (814 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (770 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (134 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (544 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,789 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (137 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (308 reviews)
WestJet
Good (1,921 reviews)
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Where to stay in South Padre Island

Average rates range from around AED 761 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 785 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Beachside Inn and Sand Rose Beach Resort.

Where to stay in popular areas of South Padre Island

Most booked hotels in South Padre Island

Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island Beachfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
AED 659+
Sand Rose Beach Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 562+
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 556+
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 780+
Ramada by Wyndham & Suites South Padre Island
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
AED 234+
Peninsula Island Resort & Spa - Beachfront Property at South Padre Island
3 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
AED 571+

Hiring a car in South Padre Island

Expect to pay AED 3.82 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 AED 45.84 and AED 61.11. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in South Padre Island, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay AED 3.82 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 AED 45.84 and AED 61.11. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in South Padre Island, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.