Travelling from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Birmingham Airport (BHM): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your SAT to BHM flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Antonio International Airport to Birmingham Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SAT and BHM:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Birmingham Airport (BHM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Birmingham Airport flight is R 2,042. A round-trip fare right now is R 4,088. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SAT to BHM, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Birmingham Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SAT to BHM.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Antonio International Airport to Birmingham Airport.
Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
SAT's address is 9800 Airport Boulevard.
82% of flights leaving San Antonio International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when setting off from SAT.
To reach San Antonio International Airport from central San Antonio, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near SAT. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Birmingham Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHM)
If you're arriving on a late San Antonio International Airport to Birmingham Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near BHM:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Birmingham Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Avis or Hertz and explore beyond Birmingham's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Birmingham Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to central Birmingham
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Birmingham. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Birmingham Airport (BHM)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Birmingham Airport. October is the most popular month to head to Birmingham. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from San Antonio International Airport to Birmingham Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SAT to BHM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Memphis is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Birmingham. Around 354 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Elvis Presley’s Memphis, Graceland and National Civil Rights Museum.
Another essential stop in the United States, New South Memphis is located around 338 kilometres north-west of Birmingham. Be sure to visit highlights including Big River Crossing.
