Travelling from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Antonio International Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
San Antonio's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Dallas.
Every week, there are 87 Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Antonio International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, pick the 07:00 American Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 22:55 with American Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your DFW to SAT flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Antonio International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in San Antonio — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
With 65.33% of its services landing as planned, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering DFW to SAT flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Antonio International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between DFW and SAT include:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport
Houston Hobby Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Antonio International Airport flight is R 1,482. A return ticket is currently R 3,048. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from DFW to SAT, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Antonio International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Antonio International Airport.
Handy information about Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
72% of flights taking off from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel near DFW? If you're boarding an early flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Antonio International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Book a hotel close to SAT if you're taking a late Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Antonio International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a San Antonio International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Fox - Rent A Car, Dollar or Thrifty and experience more of San Antonio and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from San Antonio International Airport around one week before travelling.
When to fly to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Antonio International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit San Antonio in March.
Book your flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to San Antonio International Airport for August if you'd like to visit San Antonio during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DFW to SAT in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
San Antonio has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres east of San Antonio, a visit to Houston will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection.
Around 402 kilometres north-east of San Antonio, Dallas is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.
