Traveling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to South Padre Island International Airport (BRO): what you need to know
Your MCO to BRO flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Brownsville (and then seeing more of United States!) is a snap with Avelo Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Orlando International Airport to South Padre Island International Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Avelo Airlines on this route.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Orlando International Airport to South Padre Island International Airport. Many travelers pass through George Bush Intercontinental Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to South Padre Island International Airport (BRO)
Currently, AED 220 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to South Padre Island International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is AED 503. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MCO to BRO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Orlando International Airport to South Padre Island International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MCO to BRO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Orlando International Airport to South Padre Island International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Of the flights that depart from Orlando International Airport, 78.28% land on time at their destination.
Orlando International Airport is around 32 kilometers from central Orlando. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near MCO? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to South Padre Island International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at South Padre Island International Airport (BRO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Orlando International Airport to South Padre Island International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BRO instead:
Pick up a South Padre Island International Airport rental car and discover Brownsville and beyond with your own set of wheels. Enterprise, National and Avis are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from South Padre Island International Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) to central Brownsville
BRO is located at 700 South Minnesota Avenue.
From South Padre Island International Airport, Brownsville is approximately 8 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to South Padre Island International Airport (BRO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Orlando International Airport to South Padre Island International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Brownsville. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in September.
Book your flight from Orlando International Airport to South Padre Island International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Brownsville during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MCO to BRO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Houston is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Brownsville. Around 483 kilometers away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of United States, head for San Antonio, roughly 402 kilometers north of Brownsville. The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral are key highlights.
