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South Padre Island Travel and Local Transportation




Getting Around South Padre Island

Directions from Brownsville Airport to South Padre Island
Directions from Harlingen Airport to South Padre Island
Directions from McAllen Airport to South Padre Island

Transportation Information
the following airports and private charters offer service to the greater South Padre Island area.



Valley International Airport - Harlingen (VIA)


3002 Heritage Way Harlingen, TX 78550
Offering visitors of the Rio Grande Valley over 30 daily flight options to and from the Valley International Airport through Continental Express, Southwest Airlines, and Sun Country Airlines.
Southwest Airlines reservations 1-800-435-9792
Continental Airlines reservations 1-800-525-0280
Sun Country Airlines 1-800-Fly-N-Sun Brownsville -

South Padre Island International Airport (BRO)


700 S. Minnesota Ave. Brownsville, TX 78521
With Connections to over 280 cities world wide
Reservations (800) 525-0280

McAllen International Airport (MFE)


2500 S. Bicentennial McAllen, TX 78503
(956)682-9101
The primary business airport of the Rio Grande Valley providing non-stop service to Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, and Las Vegas along with seasonal flights to other destinations
American Airlines reservations 1-800-433-7300
Allegiant Air reservations 1-702-505-8888
Continental Airlines reservations 1-800-525-0280

Rental Car Agencies


Advantage 1-800-777-5500
Avis Rent-A-Car 1-800-831-2847
Budget (800) 460-3399
National Car Rental (800) 227-7368
Dollar Rent-A-Car (800) 800-4000
Enterprise Rent-A-Car (800) Rent-A-Car
Hertz Rent-A-Car (800) 654-3131
Advantage Rent-A-Car (800) 777-5500


OTHER GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Valley Transit Toll Free: (866) 934-6882
Go With Jo (956) 423-1146 or (800) 999-1
Rio Gulf Coast Express Shuttle
Rio Grande Transit (956)428-4613 or 1-800-228-8294

Taxi Services are available 24-hours-a-day at the airports
A-1 Limousine 956-761-9090
All Valley Limousine Service, Inc. 956-630-5466
Rio Grande Transit Limousine Service Ph: 956-428-4614

Hotel Shuttles - Check with your local hotel accommodations for hotel shuttle service.

South Padre Island Free Public Transportation
Island Metro (formerly The Wave) - 956-761-8178 free shuttle bus on South Padre Island with daily scheduled stops on the Island and to Port Isabel.

Fun Island Style Rentals are also available such as bicycle rentals, dune buggies, and electric cars.




Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the closest airport to South Padre Island?

A: Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) is the closest, approximately 26 miles away. Harlingen Valley International Airport (HRL) is about 45 miles away and has more flight options. McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE) is roughly 75 miles from the island.

Q: How far is South Padre Island from Houston?

A: South Padre Island is approximately 360 miles from Houston, making it roughly a 5-5.5 hour drive via US-77 or I-37.

Q: How far is South Padre Island from San Antonio?

A: San Antonio is approximately 270 miles from South Padre Island, a 3.5-4 hour drive via US-281 South.

Q: Is there a shuttle from the airport to South Padre Island?

A: Yes, shuttle services operate from Brownsville, Harlingen, and McAllen airports to South Padre Island. Pre-booking is recommended, especially during spring break and peak summer months.

Q: What is the Queen Isabella Causeway?

A: The Queen Isabella Causeway is the 2.37-mile bridge that connects South Padre Island to the mainland at Port Isabel, Texas. It is the only road access to the island and a landmark in its own right.


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