Washington, D.C.

$48+ Cheap flights from San Antonio (SAT) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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SAT — WAS
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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Cheap flight deals from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Antonio (SAT) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 April 11, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$98
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$48
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$331

Good round-trip deal

$249 or less

Good one-way deal

$143 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/911:06 amSAT - BWI
Nonstop3h 20mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/167:33 amBWI - SAT
Nonstop3h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/9$98
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/216:34 amSAT - DCA
Nonstop3h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/287:45 pmDCA - SAT
Nonstop3h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$205
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Thu 5/297:15 amSAT - IAD
Nonstop3h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/28:30 amIAD - SAT
Nonstop3h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$214
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Fri 6/205:50 amSAT - DCA
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Fri 7/411:45 amDCA - SAT
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/9$239
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/86:25 pmSAT - BWI
1 stop21h 57mFrontier
Thu 5/159:16 pmBWI - SAT
1 stop23h 15mFrontier
Deal found 4/10$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/36:25 pmSAT - IAD
1 stop5h 00mDelta
Tue 5/137:05 amIAD - SAT
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 4/11$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/67:00 amSAT - DCA
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Tue 5/134:05 pmDCA - SAT
1 stop5h 21mDelta
Deal found 4/11$251
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/257:59 pmSAT - IAD
1 stop19h 36mFrontier
Sun 4/275:25 pmIAD - SAT
1 stop26h 34mFrontier
Deal found 4/10$271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Thu 6/126:45 amSAT - DCA
1 stop8h 03mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/157:25 amDCA - SAT
1 stop5h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/9$281
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Mon 5/58:00 amSAT - IAD
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Wed 5/77:50 amIAD - SAT
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/10$294
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Thu 4/105:39 amSAT - BWI
1 stop13h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/129:56 pmBWI - SAT
1 stop11h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Thu 4/242:28 pmSAT - IAD
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/265:00 amIAD - SAT
2 stops9h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$314

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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San Antonio

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Washington, D.C.

Route

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Return

Price

San AntonioBaltimore

SAT - BWI

SATBWI

San Antonio

Fri 5/9

11:06 am-3:26 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/16

7:33 am-10:11 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$98

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - DCA

SATDCA

San Antonio

Wed 5/21

6:34 am-10:55 am

Nonstop3h 21m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/28

7:45 pm-10:24 pm

Nonstop3h 39m

$205

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - IAD

SATIAD

San Antonio

Thu 5/29

7:15 am-11:36 am

Nonstop3h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/2

8:30 am-11:00 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$214

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - DCA

SATDCA

San Antonio

Fri 6/20

5:50 am-3:55 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 7/4

11:45 am-5:50 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$239

San AntonioBaltimore

SAT - BWI

SATBWI

San Antonio

Thu 5/8

6:25 pm-5:22 pm

1 stop21h 57m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/15

9:16 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$250

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - IAD

SATIAD

San Antonio

Sat 5/3

5:30 am-11:23 am

1 stop4h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/6

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 45m

$251

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - DCA

SATDCA

San Antonio

Tue 5/6

7:00 am-2:38 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/13

4:05 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$251

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - IAD

SATIAD

San Antonio

Fri 4/25

7:59 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop19h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/27

5:25 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop26h 34m

$271

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - DCA

SATDCA

San Antonio

Thu 6/12

6:45 am-3:48 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/15

7:25 am-12:23 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$281

San AntonioBaltimore

SAT - BWI

SATBWI

San Antonio

Tue 4/15

2:44 pm-4:28 pm

1 stop24h 44m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/29

5:55 am-8:01 pm

1 stop15h 06m

$290

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

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Antonio-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Antonio-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Antonio-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Antonio-Washington, D.C. 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 San Antonio-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for San Antonio to Washington, D.C. flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Antonio to Washington, D.C. trip
Airports
SAT

For quick check-in, SAT's central ticketing area leads to two smaller concourses. Security is straightforward, making it ideal for business travelers.

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IAD

Use the Silver Line Metro for a cost-effective 40-minute ride to downtown D.C. from IAD, with a short walk to the terminal.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from San Antonio with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.

Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.. 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 San Antonio to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 SAT to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 82% on flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.. 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 April 11, 2025.

The most flights from SAT to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated April 11, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Antonio to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest 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.

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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

    Located just 7.6 mi from the city center, San Antonio is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from San Antonio. Booking flights from San Antonio (SAT) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 7 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 6 different airlines.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $98, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Antonio to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. You may be able to fly from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. for 71% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $48 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $109 and United Airlines from $113 one-way.

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

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

    While on average a flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. is generally $318, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $118. When looking at the most popular route, (San Antonio - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $214 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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
FrontierCheapest$85Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$204Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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