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San Antonio International Airport

San Antonio, US

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San Antonio International Airport

San Antonio, United States · North America

Solid, low-stress midsize airport with short lines, walkable layout, and improving local food, traded off against sparse lounges, early closes, and basic amenities.

Airportist Score

7.1/ 10

Solid

Ease of use7.5
Comfort & amenities6.8
Food & retail7.4
Ground access7.3
Reliability6.5
Lounges7.1

How the score works

An editorial 0–10 score. The overall is exactly the weighted sum of six traveler categories — not a Google rating and not a poll.

25%Ease of use — Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.
20%Comfort & amenities — Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.
15%Food & retail — Food and retail quality and variety.
15%Ground access — Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.
15%Reliability — Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.
10%Lounges — Worth-it density and access quality.

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San Antonio International Airport

San Antonio, United States · North America

Solid, low-stress midsize airport with short lines, walkable layout, and improving local food, traded off against sparse lounges, early closes, and basic amenities.

Airportist Score

7.1/ 10

Solid

Ease of use7.5
Comfort & amenities6.8
Food & retail7.4
Ground access7.3
Reliability6.5
Lounges7.1

How the score works

An editorial 0–10 score. The overall is exactly the weighted sum of six traveler categories — not a Google rating and not a poll.

25%Ease of use — Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.
20%Comfort & amenities — Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.
15%Food & retail — Food and retail quality and variety.
15%Ground access — Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.
15%Reliability — Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.
10%Lounges — Worth-it density and access quality.

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Typical security
15 min
editorial average, not live
Fastest to city
15-25 min
Uber/Lyft
Cheapest to city
VIA Metropolitan Transit Route 5
$ · 25-35 min
Lounges
2
1 rated worth it
On time
77%
of departures
Terminals
2
(A and B)

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Nearby airports

Passenger airports within about 150 km. Scored airports show their Airportist Score so you can weigh a switch.

SSFStinson Municipal Airport
San Antonio
22 km
ERVKerrville Municipal Airport
Kerrville
77 km
JCYLBJ Ranch Airport
Johnson City
81 km
AUSAustin-Bergstrom International Airport
Austin
107 km
ASQAustin Airport
Austin
107 km
UVAGarner Field
Uvalde
129 km

Compare SAT vs AUS

SSFStinson Municipal Airport
San Antonio
22 km
ERVKerrville Municipal Airport
Kerrville
77 km
JCYLBJ Ranch Airport
Johnson City
81 km
AUSAustin-Bergstrom International Airport
Austin
7.5107 km
ASQAustin Airport
Austin
107 km
UVAGarner Field
Uvalde
129 km

SATGuide

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Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Arrive 90 min domestic, watch early lounge close

Security is usually quick but peaks 5-8am and 3-6pm; United Club shuts by 5:15-6:30pm.

Airlines recommend 90 min domestic/2 hrs peak or international; PreCheck ends 5-6pm.

Terminal

Stay landside to switch A/B freely

Terminals adjoin; clear the correct checkpoint as airside transfer requires re-screening.

Furthest walk ~0.4 miles with no moving walkways—budget time or request assistance.

Food

Prioritize new local spots airside

Skip chains for Bakery Lorraine, Southerleigh, Tre Pizzeria, La Gloria, or Smoke Shack.

Most options post-security; landside limited—eat before clearing if connecting terminals.

Status

United Club only public option—day pass or status

Small but clean with snacks/bar; no PP, no showers/bathrooms inside, closes early.

USO landside Terminal B for military only; expansion may add more lounges later.

Live conditions

Right now at SAT

Security waits and operational status from official feeds, where the airport publishes them.

Honest verdict

Who this airport works for

Best for

Quick domestic trips with light bags
Local Texas food and BBQ cravings
Military travelers (USO + parking perks)
Easy downtown access via bus or short rideshare

Watch out for

Only one public lounge that closes mid-afternoon/evening
No airside terminal transfer—re-clear security
Limited late-night food; no 24h options beyond vending
Peak security and parking demand mornings/afternoons

Airportist Score

Why this score

Overall is the published weighted sum of six categories. No holistic fudge on top.

Ease of use · 25%

Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.

7.5

Comfort & amenities · 20%

Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.

6.8

Food & retail · 15%

Food and retail quality and variety.

7.4

Ground access · 15%

Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.

7.3

Reliability · 15%

Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.

6.5

Lounges · 10%

Worth-it density and access quality.

7.1

Key stats

Editorial reference figures, not live readings.

Annual passengers

10,740,694 (2025)

Terminals

2 (A and B)

On-time departures

77%

Typical security

15 min

Guide quick facts

From the editorial guide for SAT.

Updated Sep 16, 2026

Two connected terminals (A and B) in one building; walk freely landside but re-clear security airside
Major carriers: Southwest (largest), American, United, Delta; Breeze and Air Canada added in 2026; international to Mexico
10,740,694 passengers in 2025 (−3.2% vs 11,094,278 in 2024; official SAT year-end)
Only one public lounge (United Club in B); no Priority Pass
Security often 10-20 min; PreCheck available limited hours
Strong local dining additions like Bakery Lorraine, Southerleigh, Tre Pizzeria, La Gloria

10 official sources

https://flysanantonio.com/
https://flysanantonio.com/home/ground-transportation/public-transportation/
https://flysanantonio.com/home/ground-transportation/taxi-cabs/
https://flysanantonio.com/home/at-the-airport/dining-shopping/
https://flysanantonio.com/home/at-the-airport/airport-services/
https://upgradedpoints.com/travel/airports/san-antonio-international-sat-airport/
https://www.pointhacks.com.au/reviews/united-club-san-antonio/
https://www.flysatparking.com/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Antonio_International_Airport
https://flysanantonio.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/December-2025.pdf

Full guide

Explore the SAT guide

Each section answers one trip question in depth.

Map
San Antonio International Airport, the San Antonio city center, and Stinson Municipal Airport (SSF)
City center1 other airport
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Getting There
4 ways into the city, compared on time, cost, and luggage.
Fastest: Uber/LyftCheapest: VIA Metropolitan Transit Route 5
View Getting There
Lounges
2 lounges with access rules, hours, and verdicts. 1 rated worth it.
USO San Antonio Center
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Traveler Tips
Clear security in the terminal of your departure—airside A/B transfer requires full re-screening and walk.
13 tips & hacks
View Traveler Tips
Amenities
6 rated amenities — food, Wi-Fi, quiet spots, family, and sleep.
Local dining boomUnited Club
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Water
Where to refill for free, and where a bottle costs the least airside.
4 spots2 free or refill
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Reviews
Editorial and traveler reviews — what people actually complain about.
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Security wait times

A current security estimate is not available. Check the official airport site or MyTSA before travel.

Official airport site TSA screening guide

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Status update: 08:59 CDT

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Oct 21, 13:59 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.