How many flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 16.3% of flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. were non-stop. For flights that included connections, travelers typically experienced 2 stopovers. This indicates that a majority of routes on this path involve at least one stop.

What's the flight time from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.?

The typical direct flight time from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. is 3 hours and 27 minutes, covering a distance of 2189 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a median duration of 5 hours and 48 minutes. This represents a difference of approximately 141 minutes between direct and one-stop journeys.

Are non-stop flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. have been about 7% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $398, while connecting flights had a median price of $371. Non-stop options accounted for 26.4% of the available flights across the trailing quarter, suggesting they are a less frequent but potentially more convenient choice.

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San Antonio to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.? The data indicates that December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $234. Other economical options include March, with a median fare of $267, and January, where prices average $284. These months offer the most favorable pricing for this route.

Fares for flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. typically range from $347–$720, with a median of $440. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a low fare can be challenging.

Most itineraries for this route are connecting flights, with most itineraries connecting at least once. Only 16.3% of recent fares were for direct flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C., meaning you will likely have 2 connections if you choose a connecting itinerary.

How long is the flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 3h 27m. For non-stop flights, the median duration is also 3h 27m, while connecting itineraries typically extend to 6h 3m.

The distance between San Antonio and Washington, D.C. is approximately 2219 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul journey.

How much is a round trip from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $252 - $422

Prices for flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. is typically between $252 and $422. The current lowest deal is $238 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 13-Oct 26.

now $238

Low $252

High $422

The cheapest time to fly from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from San Antonio to Washington is May, with a median price of $369. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $749. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $369

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $749

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

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Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

American Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Washington, D.C.

San Antonio (SAT) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$448

$294

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Washington, D.C.

San Antonio (SAT) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$439

$299

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Washington, D.C.

San Antonio (SAT) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$470

$319

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Washington, D.C.

San Antonio (SAT) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$568

$344

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Washington, D.C.

San Antonio (SAT) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$509

$349

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Washington, D.C.

San Antonio (SAT) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$413

$249

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

4 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 16

$632 → $284

55%

4 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 21

$632 → $287

55%

6 nights

Dec 25 - Dec 31

$614 → $294

52%

3 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 20

$632 → $326

48%

Popular Airports to fly from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

San Antonio - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, the cheapest flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. are in December, at $234.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 27m

The typical direct flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. takes 3h 27m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 16.3% of recent flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $238

Frontier Airlines offers a deal for $238 from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. on Oct 13-Oct 26.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. appear frequently.

San Antonio main airports to depart from

San Antonio International (SAT)

Cheapest

San Antonio International Airport is a convenient option for flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$209

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Cheapest

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~5 km from Washington, D.C. city center

💸 Flights from ~$215

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Consider Philadelphia International for its extensive route networks and carrier competition, which often results in lower fares.

📍 ~225 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak)

💸 Flights from ~$250

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

84% AI deal score

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$789

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. is typically 7-13 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $405. Booking within 0-6 days of travel saw average prices rise to $436. For those planning further ahead, flights booked 28-59 days out averaged $440, while those booked 60+ days in advance had an average price of $447.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. is considered to be $347 or less. The median price for this route was $440. Prices exceeding $720 were in the higher range of observed fares during this 90-day period.

Historically, December has been the most affordable month to fly from San Antonio to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $234. March also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $267. The annual median price for this route, based on a 270-day window, was $440, indicating significant potential savings during these months.

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San Antonio to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

The distance between San Antonio and Washington, D.C. is approximately 2219 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul journey.

How much is a round trip from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $252 - $422

Prices for flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. is typically between $252 and $422. The current lowest deal is $238 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 13-Oct 26.

now $238

Low $252

High $422

The cheapest time to fly from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $369

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $749

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

American Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Washington, D.C.

San Antonio (SAT) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$448

$294

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Washington, D.C.

San Antonio (SAT) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$439

$299

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Washington, D.C.

San Antonio (SAT) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$470

$319

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Washington, D.C.

San Antonio (SAT) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$568

$344

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Washington, D.C.

San Antonio (SAT) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$509

$349

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SAT - Washington, D.C.

San Antonio (SAT) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$413

$249

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

4 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 16

$632 → $284

55%

4 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 21

$632 → $287

55%

6 nights

Dec 25 - Dec 31

$614 → $294

52%

3 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 20

$632 → $326

48%

Popular Airports to fly from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.