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$71+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to San Antonio (SAT)

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LAX — SAT
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Irvine to San Antonio are usually found in September or October, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to San Antonio

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Irvine (IR9) to San Antonio (SAT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$116
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$71
(FlightHub)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

$213
From Irvine to San Antonio
One-way flight from Irvine to San Antonio
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

Find flight deals from Irvine to San Antonio

Cheapest flights from Irvine to San Antonio
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to San Antonio. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/69:30 pmLAX - SAT
1 stop20h 05mFrontier
Mon 2/101:02 pmSAT - LAX
1 stop6h 32mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$116
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Thu 2/201:43 pmLAX - SAT
Nonstop2h 47mSpirit Airlines
Thu 2/277:25 pmSAT - LAX
Nonstop3h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$117
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/69:30 pmLAX - SAT
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/137:25 pmSAT - LAX
Nonstop3h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$125
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/259:55 amLAX - SAT
Nonstop2h 48mDelta
Wed 2/267:00 amSAT - LAX
Nonstop3h 31mDelta
Deal found 1/21$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/253:45 pmLAX - SAT
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/43:15 pmSAT - LAX
Nonstop3h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1812:55 amLAX - SAT
1 stop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/222:31 pmSAT - LAX
1 stop7h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$219
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Tue 2/2512:40 pmLAX - SAT
2 stops5h 25mSouthwest
Wed 2/2610:50 amSAT - LAX
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$298

Find flights from Irvine to San Antonio within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine to San Antonio that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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Thu 2/6

9:30 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop20h 05m

San Antonio

Mon 2/10

1:02 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$116

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LAX - SAT

LAXSAT

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

1:43 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

San Antonio

Thu 2/27

7:25 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop3h 28m

$117

Los AngelesSan Antonio

LAX - SAT

LAXSAT

Los Angeles

Thu 2/6

9:30 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop20h 05m

San Antonio

Thu 2/13

7:25 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop3h 28m

$125

Los AngelesSan Antonio

LAX - SAT

LAXSAT

Los Angeles

Wed 2/26

9:55 am-2:43 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

San Antonio

Sat 3/1

7:00 am-8:31 am

Nonstop3h 31m

$179

Los AngelesSan Antonio

LAX - SAT

LAXSAT

Los Angeles

Wed 2/19

2:55 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop6h 12m

San Antonio

Sat 2/22

3:15 pm-4:39 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

$199

Los AngelesSan Antonio

LAX - SAT

LAXSAT

Los Angeles

Wed 1/29

8:14 am-12:02 pm

1 stop25h 48m

$71

Los AngelesSan Antonio

LAX - SAT

LAXSAT

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

9:32 pm-4:33 am

1 stop5h 01m

$76

Los AngelesSan Antonio

LAX - SAT

LAXSAT

Los Angeles

Tue 3/4

9:55 am-2:43 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

$90

Los AngelesSan Antonio

LAX - SAT

LAXSAT

Los Angeles

Fri 2/21

12:55 am-8:33 am

1 stop5h 38m

$110

Los AngelesSan Antonio

LAX - SAT

LAXSAT

Los Angeles

Wed 4/2

5:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$128

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to San Antonio

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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to San Antonio

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Irvine to San Antonio including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to San Antonio?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to San Antonio. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 25 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Irvine to San Antonio. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Irvine to San Antonio?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to San Antonio (average of $295). Flying from Irvine to San Antonio in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IR9 to SAT?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine to San Antonio. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Irvine to San Antonio as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Irvine to San Antonio?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to San Antonio. Price data was last updated on January 21, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to San Antonio flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to San Antonio

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine to San Antonio. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 to SAT are scheduled on a Monday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in San Antonio by month

Plan your trip to San Antonio by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Antonio ranges from 1.6 - 3.7 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit San Antonio when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in San Antonio by month

Plan your trip to San Antonio by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Antonio, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Antonio

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Antonio. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Antonio. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Irvine to San Antonio, see what other customers have to say about Spirit Airlines, Delta and Southwest. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine to San Antonio. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Antonio from Irvine?

    Located just 7.6 mi from the city center, San Antonio is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Antonio from Irvine. Booking flights from Irvine to San Antonio (SAT) should be relatively easy as there are 15 daily inbound flights from Irvine from 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Irvine to San Antonio flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Irvine to San Antonio one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $71. Spirit Airlines flights start at $76 while deals on Delta start at $90 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Irvine to San Antonio?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Irvine to San Antonio are Qatar Airways (99%), SkyWest Airlines (98%) and Qantas Airways (98%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to San Antonio?

    The cheapest flight price from Irvine to San Antonio is $69. On average you can expect to pay $568. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Antonio), can usually be booked for $117.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Irvine to San Antonio that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Irvine to San Antonio flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Irvine to San Antonio?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Irvine to San Antonio.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Irvine to San Antonio?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Irvine to San Antonio by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Irvine to San Antonio?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to San Antonio (average of $295). Flying from Irvine to San Antonio in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$119Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$170Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$204Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$215Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$308Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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