Car Rental at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport

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Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport, Brownsville, USA - Texas
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Full-size
Chevrolet Malibu or similar
Chevrolet Malibu
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Enterprise
$56.96 per day
Standard
Volkswagen Jetta or similar
Volkswagen Jetta
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
National
$57.89 per day
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla or similar
Toyota Corolla
  • 5
  • 1
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Budget
$91.76 per day
Economy
Mitsubishi Mirage or similar
Mitsubishi Mirage
  • 4
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Enterprise
$57.02 per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Compact
Nissan Versa or similar
Nissan Versa
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Enterprise
$57.47 per day
Mini Van
Chrysler Pacifica or similar
Chrysler Pacifica
  • 7
  • 4
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Enterprise
$68.73 per day
Premium SUV
Ford Expedition or similar
Ford Expedition
  • 8
  • 3
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Enterprise
$132.04 per day
Full-size
Toyota Camry or similar
Toyota Camry
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Enterprise
$56.96 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 8:09 PM on 12/6/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information

Languages
English, Spanish
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$72 per day
Average car rental length
10 days
Speed limit within town
48 km/h or 30 mph
Speed limit out of town
88 - 136 km/h or 55 - 85 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$0.75 per liter or $2.84 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$0.66 per liter or $2.50 per gallon
Highest gas price
$0.83 per liter or $3.14 per gallon
Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport

Airport travel guide

Brownsville Airport is also known as South Padre Island Airport and Brownsville Army Airfield.

Top international routes

  • Dallas
  • Houston
  • Guatemala City

Main airlines

United Express and American Eagle

Terminals

Brownsville Airport has a single passenger terminal divided into various halls.

Location

Brownsville Airport is about 7 mi (11 km) east of Brownsville and about 26 mi (41.8 km) southwest of South Padre Island. It serves the larger Rio Grande Valley region. Minnesota Avenue, Morningside Road, Southmost Boulevard, and International Boulevard are the main streets connecting the airport to downtown Brownsville, and Minnesota Avenue, TX-48, and Padre Boulevard are the main roads connecting the airport to South Padre Island.

Most popular types of rental car

  • Large cars - from $57 per day
  • Medium cars - from $57 per day
  • Vans - from $69 per day
  • Premium cars - from $149 per day
  • Small cars - from $57 per day
  • SUVs - from $64 per day

Car rental desks

Many are located right after the post-flight security check. The exact location of your car rental provider's desk will be listed on your Confirmation Voucher.

Services and facilities

Although the airport is small, you’ll find a souvenir shop, a travel shop, a snack kiosk, and a small cafeteria serving Mexican cuisine. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout Brownsville Airport. There are a couple of nearby hotels. Passengers with reduced mobility should contact their airline in advance to find out what kind of assistance they can receive at the airport.

Nearest gas station

Conoco gas station at 5194 Boca Chica Boulevard can be reached in about five minutes. There are other gas stations near the airport, in Brownsville, and on South Padre Island.

Popular one-way rentals

  • Austin (353 mi / 568 km)
  • San Antonio (280 mi / 450 km)
  • Monterrey (199 mi / 320 km)
  • Mexico City (660 mi / 1,062 km)
  • Houston (357 mi / 574 km)
  • Phoenix (1,261 mi / 2,029 km)
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Airport info

Rating
5.5
  • Getting to the airport 7.2
  • Check-in and departures 8.8
  • Terminal facilities 2.8
  • Wi-Fi 6.0
  • Restaurants and car rental services 4.0
  • Lounge 4.0

Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport (BRO)

  • IATA: BRO
  • ICAO: KBRO
  • Name: Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport (BRO)
  • Distance from city: 4 miles / 6.4 km

Map of Car Rental Locations

When are car rental prices the lowest at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport?

The cost of renting a car at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport
January
February
$95.39
March
April
May
$155.12
June
$134.21
July
$118.88
August
September
October
$45.33
November
December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport is November — when rental costs average $45.33 per day. This is 59% cheaper than the yearly average and 71% cheaper than renting a car in June (when prices average $155.12 per day).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport?

How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in November the average rental period is 32 days, while in June, the average rental period is only 1 days.
Average number of rental days at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport
January
February
7
March
April
May
1
June
4
July
4
August
September
October
32
November
December

What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport?

Based on how many users search for a car in at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in March, while they are least likely to rent in in March.
Monthly searches at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
January
February
100%
March
April
May
100%
June
100%
July
100%
August
September
October
100%
November
December

Car rental information

Popular suppliers Enterprise
Popular car categories Medium cars, Premium cars, SUVs, Vans
Lowest price $57 per day
Cheapest supplier Enterprise

Most popular car models of rental suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
Enterprise Nissan Versa 4 2 Medium cars
Enterprise Ford F-150 4 4 Premium cars
Enterprise Chevrolet Tahoe 4 3 SUVs
Enterprise Chrysler Pacifica 4 4 Vans
Enterprise Toyota Corolla 4 2 Large cars

Car Rental Statistics

Highest-rated company
Enterprise
7.9 / 10
)
Lowest-rated company
Budget
7.6 / 10
Total rental companies
4
Average daily price
$72.36
Lowest daily price
$56.96
Total cars available
138

Top 4 suppliers at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport in 2024

Enterprise
Average 7.9 / 0 reviews
+18338660881
700 Amelia Earhart Dr, Brownsville, TX 78521
$57 - $215
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 23:30
Tue:08:00 - 23:30
Wed:08:00 - 23:30
Thu:08:00 - 23:30
Fri:08:00 - 23:30
Sat:09:00 - 23:30
Sun:09:00 - 23:30
Avis
Avis
Average 7.7 / 0 reviews
+19565419271
Brownsville Airport
$57 - $215
Working hours
Mon:09:00 - 23:30
Tue:09:00 - 23:30
Wed:09:00 - 23:30
Thu:09:00 - 23:30
Fri:09:00 - 23:30
Sat:10:00 - 19:00
Sun:10:00 - 19:00
National
Average 7.7 / 0 reviews
+19565749612
700 Amelia Earhart Dr, Brownsville, TX 78521
$58 - $216
Working hours
Mon:08:00 - 23:30
Tue:08:00 - 23:30
Wed:08:00 - 23:30
Thu:08:00 - 23:30
Fri:08:00 - 23:30
Sat:09:00 - 23:30
Sun:09:00 - 23:30
Budget
Budget
Average 7.6 / 0 reviews
+19565465119
700 Amelia Earhart Drive Brownsville
$92 - $127
Working hours
Mon:08:30 - 20:00
Tue:08:30 - 20:00
Wed:08:30 - 20:00
Thu:08:30 - 20:00
Fri:08:30 - 17:00
Sat:08:30 - 17:00
Sun:08:30 - 17:00
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