Car Rental at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport
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Cheapest car rental rates
Full-size
Chevrolet Malibu or similar
$58.07 per day
Standard
Volkswagen Jetta or similar
$59.03 per day
Economy
Kia Rio or similar
$75.43 per day
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla or similar
$58.07 per day
Most popular car rental deals
Compact
Nissan Versa or similar
$58.07 per day
Premium Regular Cab Pickup
Ford F-150 or similar
$118.88 per day
Economy
Mitsubishi Mirage or similar
$58.07 per day
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla Sedan or similar
$59.03 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 12:58 PM on 6/17/25. 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
$68 per day
Average car rental length
8 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
$0.71 per liter or $2.69 per gallon
Highest gas price
$0.79 per liter or $2.99 per gallon
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 $58 per day
- Medium cars - from $58 per day
- Premium cars - from $119 per day
- Small cars - from $58 per day
- SUVs - from $62 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)
Airport info
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
Top 11 locations near Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport
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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
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport is November — when rental costs average $49.55 per day. This is 56% cheaper than the yearly average and 66% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $146.72 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.
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 March, the average rental period is only 1 days.
Average number of rental days at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport
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 June, 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
Car rental information
| Popular suppliers | Enterprise |
| Popular car categories | Large cars, Premium cars, SUVs, Vans |
| Lowest price | $58 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Enterprise |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprise | Ford F-150 | 4 | 4 | Premium cars |
| Enterprise | Chevrolet Tahoe | 4 | 3 | SUVs |
| Enterprise | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Enterprise | Chrysler Pacifica | 4 | 4 | Vans |
| Enterprise | Toyota Tacoma | 4 | 3 | Large cars |
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Enterprise
8.4 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Budget
8 / 10
Total rental companies
4
Average daily price
$68.09
Lowest daily price
$58.07
Total cars available
49
Top 4 suppliers at Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport in 2025
+18338660881
700 Amelia Earhart Dr, Brownsville, TX 78521
$58 - $148
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
+19565749612
700 Amelia Earhart Dr, Brownsville, TX 78521
$59 - $164
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
+19565419271
Brownsville Airport
$59 - $164
Working hours
Mon:
09:00 - 23:00
Tue:
09:00 - 23:00
Wed:
09:00 - 20:00
Thu:
09:00 - 20:00
Fri:
09:00 - 20:00
Sat:
10:00 - 18:00
Sun:
10:00 - 18:00
Budget
+19565465119
700 Amelia Earhart Drive
Brownsville
$75 - $130
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:
10:00 - 17:00
Sun:
10:00 - 17:00
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