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August 5 - August 11

Cheapest

Best

SMF - San Antonio

$346

$244

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August 4 - August 11

Best

SMF - San Antonio

$345

$245

Round trip

August 4 - August 18

SMF - San Antonio

$309

$251

Round trip

July 1 - July 7

Earliest

SMF - San Antonio

$324

$271

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September 17 - September 21

SMF - San Antonio

$335

$274

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August 10 - August 12

SMF - San Antonio

$374

$275

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July 15 - July 17

SMF - San Antonio

$320

$276

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July 8 - July 12

SMF - San Antonio

$329

$277

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July 4 - July 7

SMF - San Antonio

$335

$286

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August 19 - August 23

SMF - San Antonio

$368

$290

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Insights for flights from Sacramento to San Antonio

Only 5% of recent fares for flights from Sacramento to San Antonio were classified as a good price. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Prices typically range from $337–$406, with a median of $357. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing if you monitor the route.

The journey from Sacramento to San Antonio is a medium-haul flight, covering a distance of 2351 kilometers. A typical journey, including connections, takes about 15h 8m. This duration reflects the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover.

When looking for cheap flights from Sacramento to San Antonio, the cheapest month to fly is January, with a median fare of $249. Other cost-effective months include October, where the median fare is $337, and September, with a median fare of $347.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Sacramento to San Antonio. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2, which contributes to the overall journey time.

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to San Antonio

Regular price: $283 - $482

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Sacramento to San Antonio.

The regular price range for this route is $283 to $482. The current lowest deal is $244 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Aug 5-Aug 11.

now $244

Low $283

High $482

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to San Antonio

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to San Antonio is January, with a median price of $249. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $497. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $249

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $497

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Direct flights from Sacramento to San Antonio

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Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to San Antonio

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - San Antonio

Sacramento (SMF) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$682

$545

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - San Antonio

Sacramento (SMF) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$805

$677

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - San Antonio

Sacramento (SMF) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$797

$677

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - San Antonio

Sacramento (SMF) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$685

$597

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - San Antonio

Sacramento (SMF) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$685

$543

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - San Antonio

Sacramento (SMF) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$675

$367

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sacramento to San Antonio

3 nights

Jun 26 - Jun 29

$675 → $367

46%

7 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 28

$685 → $543

21%

6 nights

Jun 17 - Jun 23

$682 → $545

20%

2 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 21

$805 → $677

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to San Antonio

Sacramento - San Antonio route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Sacramento to San Antonio are near the typical level of $357.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $249

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to San Antonio, with a median price of $249.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 15h 8m

Flights from Sacramento to San Antonio typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 15h 8m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

There are frequent deals for connecting flights from Sacramento to San Antonio, with over 1 deal per day.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal for $244

Frontier Airlines recently offered a flight from Sacramento to San Antonio for $244.

🎯 Booking tip

Book connecting flights for this route

There are no direct flights available; consider booking connecting flights from Sacramento to San Antonio.

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International Airport offers the cheapest flights from Sacramento to San Antonio.

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$244

San Antonio main airports to arrive at

San Antonio International (SAT)

Cheapest

San Antonio International is the most budget-friendly option for flights from Sacramento to San Antonio.

📍 ~15 km from San Antonio city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$244

Airports nearby San Antonio used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

Consider Austin–Bergstrom International for significantly more direct flight options to the San Antonio area.

📍 ~120 km from San Antonio (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$237

Corpus Christi International (CRP)

Corpus Christi International provides additional options, especially for travelers heading toward the Gulf Coast.

📍 ~200 km from San Antonio (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$384

Laredo International (LRD)

Laredo International offers reliable domestic service within the US with a straightforward drive south.

📍 ~240 km from San Antonio (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$286

Killeen–Fort Hood Regional (GRK)

Killeen–Fort Hood Regional is an alternative for travelers on the north side of San Antonio.

📍 ~160 km from San Antonio (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$465

Victoria Regional (VCT)

Victoria Regional is geographically closer than some other regional options, but has extremely limited service.

📍 ~170 km from San Antonio (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$341

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Antonio

San Antonio, United States

44% AI deal score

$2,059

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Antonio

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare various options efficiently. Looking into different airlines, including budget carriers, may also reveal better deals.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may be beneficial. There isn't a single 'best' time that guarantees the lowest fare.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer more flight options or potentially lower fares. While it might add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare could be significant. It's often worth checking if alternative airports are a viable option for your trip.

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