$70 Cheap Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to San Antonio (SAT)

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Popular airlines from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)

Cheap Flights from Sacramento to San Antonio (SMF-SAT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $70 for one-way flights and $172 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 15
SMF
Sacramento
SAT
San Antonio
$172 Roundtrip, just found
$172
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from Sacramento to San Antonio, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $172 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Tue, Jan 27
SMF
Sacramento
SAT
San Antonio
$183 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 24 from Sacramento to San Antonio, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $183 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Wed, Dec 3
SMF
Sacramento
SAT
San Antonio
$186 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Sacramento to San Antonio, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $186 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 15
SMF
Sacramento
SAT
San Antonio
$186 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Sacramento to San Antonio, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $186 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Sat, Feb 14
SMF
Sacramento
SAT
San Antonio
$189 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from Sacramento to San Antonio, returning Sat, Feb 14, priced at $189 found 6 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Fri, Dec 5
SMF
Sacramento
SAT
San Antonio
$190 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Sacramento to San Antonio, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $190 found 6 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Sat, Feb 14
SMF
Sacramento
SAT
San Antonio
$191 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from Sacramento to San Antonio, returning Sat, Feb 14, priced at $191 found 6 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Sat, Feb 14
SMF
Sacramento
SAT
San Antonio
$196 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from Sacramento to San Antonio, returning Sat, Feb 14, priced at $196 found 6 days ago
United
Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9
SMF
Sacramento
SAT
San Antonio
$210 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$210
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Feb 5 from Sacramento to San Antonio, returning Mon, Feb 9, priced at $210 found 5 days ago
Delta
Mon, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 14
SMF
Sacramento
SAT
San Antonio
$215 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$215
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from Sacramento to San Antonio, returning Wed, Jan 14, priced at $215 found 4 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento (SMF) to San Antonio (SAT)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $122 - $396 per traveler.

Alternative airports near San Antonio

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to San Antonio Intl. SAT. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 11 minutes. Flights from $291
SAT
San Antonio Intl.
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Average driving time to city center11 min
Flights from $291

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $70 or cheap return flight from $172 from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
November is the most affordable month to fly from SMF to SAT. Traveling during quieter months is often the key to landing a great deal.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
Use the filters on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll fly you from SMF to SAT. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a good deal.
How many flights per day from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
There are no daily direct flights departing from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT). But you can book flights with layovers. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops, and you'll be soaring above the clouds in no time at all.
What day of the week has the most flights from SMF to SAT?
Friday is generally the busiest day for flights, while Tuesday is often the quietest.* Remember that flight schedules can vary depending on various factors, such as the carrier and season.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
Select a flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Later departures are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from SMF to SAT shortly before your trip is generally more expensive. But if you're flexible with your itinerary, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SMF to SAT flight and hotel package?
Booking a SMF to SAT flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Choose from our wide range of accommodations and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
In most instances, you're able to cancel or reschedule your SMF to SAT flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like more information, visit our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Origin airport
Sacramento Intl.
Destination airport
San Antonio Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$172
Distance
1460 mi
Average flight time
7 hours 46 mins

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Sacramento to San Antonio Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Sacramento to San Antonio

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Sacramento to San Antonio are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Sacramento to San Antonio with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Sacramento to San Antonio

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sacramento to San Antonio: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Sacramento to San Antonio

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Sacramento to San Antonio in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $70 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Sacramento to San Antonio flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Sacramento to San Antonio airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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