What percentage of Phoenix to San Antonio flights are direct?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 5.2% of flights from Phoenix to San Antonio were direct. The majority of travelers on this route typically experience connecting flights. For those connecting, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. This suggests that direct options are less common for this particular route.

What's the flight time from Phoenix to San Antonio?

The typical direct flight time from Phoenix to San Antonio is 4 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 1354 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration increases to 5 hours and 37 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey. The presence of stopovers significantly extends the overall travel time for this route.

Should I set a price alert for Phoenix to San Antonio flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Phoenix to San Antonio have been classified as frequent across the trailing 30 days. This indicates that price fluctuations and opportunities for savings occur regularly on this route. Setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers looking to secure a favorable fare. Given the frequent nature of deals, monitoring prices can lead to better booking decisions.

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2026-10-08 – 2026-10-12
PHX - San Antonio
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2026-10-21 – 2026-10-26
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2026-10-06 – 2026-10-29
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2026-09-10 – 2026-09-14
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Phoenix to San Antonio: Overview

Insights for flights from Phoenix to San Antonio

The journey from Phoenix to San Antonio covers a distance of 1354 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience, though connecting flights are common.

When considering cheap flights from Phoenix to San Antonio, fares typically range from $147 to $419, with a median price of $314. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare might require some flexibility.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to San Antonio, May stands out with a median fare of just $122. March also offers competitive prices, with a median of $131, followed by November at $156. These months present the best opportunities for more affordable travel.

A typical journey from Phoenix to San Antonio takes approximately 9h 15m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries involve at least one stop. Given that only 5.2% of recent fares were for direct flights from Phoenix to San Antonio, you should anticipate connecting at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from Phoenix to San Antonio

Regular price: $283 - $411

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

The regular price range for flights from Phoenix to San Antonio is between $283 and $411. The current lowest deal is $205 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 3-Sep 8.

now $205

Low $283

High $411

The cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to San Antonio

The cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to San Antonio is May, with a median price of $122. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $419. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $122

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $419

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Phoenix to San Antonio

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Phoenix to San Antonio

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Antonio

Phoenix (PHX) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$468

$346

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Antonio

Phoenix (PHX) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$379

$309

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Antonio

Phoenix (PHX) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$366

$289

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Antonio

Phoenix (PHX) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$359

$290

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Antonio

Phoenix (PHX) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$361

$300

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Antonio

Phoenix (PHX) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$350

$290

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$396 → $207

48%

5 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 8

$391 → $205

48%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$400 → $242

39%

3 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 14

$397 → $241

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Phoenix to San Antonio

Phoenix - San Antonio route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Phoenix to San Antonio are below the typical level at $205.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to San Antonio, with a median price of $122.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 9h 15m

The median flight duration from Phoenix to San Antonio is 9 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 5.2% of recent flights from Phoenix to San Antonio are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

A recent deal from Frontier Airlines to San Antonio was found for $205.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Phoenix to San Antonio are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Phoenix main airports to depart from

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Phoenix to San Antonio.

📍 ~6 km from Phoenix city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$205

San Antonio main airports to arrive at

San Antonio International (SAT)

Cheapest

San Antonio International Airport is ideal for direct access to San Antonio and surrounding attractions.

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

💸 Flights from ~$205

Airports nearby San Antonio used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

Austin–Bergstrom International is a major international hub with an extensive flight network, offering many flight options.

📍 ~120 km from San Antonio (reachable by car, but heavy traffic on I-35 can increase travel time).

💸 Flights from ~$120

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Antonio

78% AI deal score

$1,454

$936

Save $518

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Antonio

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Phoenix to San Antonio is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $175. Prices tend to be higher when booking further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $335, and those booked 60+ days out averaging $329. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of travel, show a higher average price of $235.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Phoenix to San Antonio is considered to be $147 or less. The median price for this route was $314. Prices can range significantly, with 75% of observed prices being $419 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly option should target prices around or below the $147 threshold.

Historically, May has been the most affordable month to fly from Phoenix to San Antonio, with a median price of $122. March also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $131. While November had a median of $156, it was also identified as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, indicating price variability. The annual median price for this route is $314, so flying in May or March can offer significant savings.

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Phoenix to San Antonio: Overview

Insights for flights from Phoenix to San Antonio

How much is a round trip from Phoenix to San Antonio

Regular price: $283 - $411

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

The regular price range for flights from Phoenix to San Antonio is between $283 and $411. The current lowest deal is $205 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 3-Sep 8.

now $205

Low $283

High $411

The cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to San Antonio

May

Cheapest

Flights from $122

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $419

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Phoenix to San Antonio

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Phoenix to San Antonio

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Antonio

Phoenix (PHX) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$468

$346

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Antonio

Phoenix (PHX) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$379

$309

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Antonio

Phoenix (PHX) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$366

$289

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Antonio

Phoenix (PHX) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$359

$290

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Antonio

Phoenix (PHX) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$361

$300

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Antonio

Phoenix (PHX) - San Antonio (SAT)

Frontier Airlines

$350

$290

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$396 → $207

48%

5 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 8

$391 → $205

48%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$400 → $242

39%

3 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 14

$397 → $241

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Phoenix to San Antonio