Traveling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT): what you need to know
2 hours 53 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to San Antonio International Airport. San Antonio is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles and operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
There are 45 flights from Los Angeles International Airport to San Antonio International Airport every week. Get the 06:00 flight if you want to get going as early as possible. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from LAX to SAT is 22:59.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to San Antonio International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LAX and SAT include:
San Diego International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
C$142 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to San Antonio International Airport. Return flights start from C$301. These prices may change depending on availability.
Get cheap flight tickets from LAX to SAT by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to San Antonio International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Use filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to San Antonio International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 32 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 54 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LAX? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to San Antonio International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to San Antonio International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near SAT:
Getting from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to central San Antonio
San Antonio International Airport to the center of San Antonio takes about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 32 minutes.
When to fly to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to San Antonio International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to San Antonio based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to San Antonio International Airport for August if you'd like to go to San Antonio during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 40ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LAX to SAT around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about San Antonio
As soon as you've booked your flights from LAX to SAT, you'll need to find a hotel in San Antonio. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral are leading attractions which should feature on any good San Antonio itinerary.
Complete your San Antonio trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to San Antonio International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your San Antonio trip.
