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$56+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San Antonio (SAT)

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WAS — SAT
Mar 17 — Mar 241
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio are usually found in August or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$250
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$56
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$437

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less

Good one-way deal

$94 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-San Antonio flight deals.
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 4/37:00 amDCA - SAT
1 stop7h 17mFrontier
Sun 4/67:51 pmSAT - DCA
1 stop15h 13mFrontier
Deal found 3/12$250
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/247:30 amIAD - SAT
1 stop8h 34mFrontier
Wed 7/3012:27 pmSAT - IAD
1 stop10h 36mFrontier
Deal found 3/12$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Wed 7/97:49 pmDCA - SAT
Nonstop3h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/125:20 pmSAT - DCA
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/11$254
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/149:32 pmBWI - SAT
1 stop12h 42mSpirit Airlines
Fri 4/188:56 pmSAT - BWI
1 stop14h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/12$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Mon 4/76:25 pmDCA - SAT
1 stop7h 05mDelta
Thu 4/102:29 pmSAT - DCA
1 stop6h 31mDelta
Deal found 3/12$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Thu 4/177:35 amIAD - SAT
1 stop10h 52mDelta
Thu 4/244:48 pmSAT - IAD
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Deal found 3/12$257
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/265:50 pmIAD - SAT
Nonstop3h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/304:45 pmSAT - IAD
Nonstop3h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12$259
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/97:55 pmDCA - SAT
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Fri 7/113:30 pmSAT - DCA
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/11$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/86:10 pmBWI - SAT
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Thu 4/104:15 pmSAT - BWI
Nonstop3h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/12$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/87:50 amIAD - SAT
2 stops12h 10mSouthwest
Fri 4/115:30 amSAT - IAD
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 3/12$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Wed 3/267:15 amBWI - SAT
1 stop11h 10mDelta
Fri 3/286:30 amSAT - BWI
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/12$307
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/186:00 amBWI - SAT
1 stop6h 37mFrontier
Mon 6/2312:27 pmSAT - BWI
1 stop10h 47mFrontier
Deal found 3/12$310

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Washington, D.C.

Fly to

San Antonio

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San Antonio

DCA - SAT

DCASAT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/3

7:00 am-1:17 pm

1 stop7h 17m

San Antonio

Sun 4/6

7:51 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop15h 13m

$250

Washington, D.C.San Antonio

IAD - SAT

IADSAT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/24

7:30 am-3:04 pm

1 stop8h 34m

San Antonio

Tue 7/29

3:51 pm-6:36 am

1 stop13h 45m

$250

Washington, D.C.San Antonio

DCA - SAT

DCASAT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/9

7:49 pm-10:12 pm

Nonstop3h 23m

San Antonio

Sat 7/12

5:20 pm-12:44 am

1 stop6h 24m

$254

BaltimoreSan Antonio

BWI - SAT

BWISAT

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/14

9:32 pm-9:14 am

1 stop12h 42m

San Antonio

Fri 4/18

8:56 pm-12:26 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$256

Washington, D.C.San Antonio

DCA - SAT

DCASAT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/7

6:25 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 05m

San Antonio

Thu 4/10

2:29 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Antonio

IAD - SAT

IADSAT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/17

7:35 am-5:27 pm

1 stop10h 52m

San Antonio

Thu 4/24

4:48 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Antonio

IAD - SAT

IADSAT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/26

5:50 pm-8:34 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

San Antonio

Wed 4/30

4:45 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop3h 29m

$259

Washington, D.C.San Antonio

DCA - SAT

DCASAT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/9

7:55 pm-12:10 am

1 stop5h 15m

San Antonio

Fri 7/11

3:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$279

BaltimoreSan Antonio

BWI - SAT

BWISAT

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/8

6:10 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

San Antonio

Thu 4/10

4:15 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Antonio

IAD - SAT

IADSAT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/8

7:50 am-7:00 pm

2 stops12h 10m

San Antonio

Thu 4/10

8:00 am-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$289

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-San Antonio flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-San Antonio flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-San Antonio flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-San Antonio flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-San Antonio flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio. Price data was last updated on March 7, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio (average of $295). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to SAT?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 March 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio. Price data was last updated on March 9, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to San Antonio flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 March 12, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to SAT are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 March 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Antonio from Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to San Antonio from Washington, D.C., you will be flying to San Antonio, which is the city’s only airport. San Antonio (SAT) is located 7.6 mi from the center of San Antonio. There are 6 flights from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio per day from 6 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($250), Spirit Airlines ($257), and United Airlines ($257) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio for 34% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $56. Frontier flights start at $76 while deals on Southwest start at $100 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio are Air Canada (78%), United Airlines (77%) and Mesa Airlines (73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $94. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Antonio) can be booked for $140 on average our data indicates $361 when flying from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to San Antonio?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio (average of $295). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to San Antonio

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$86Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$136Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$247Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$263Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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