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Atlanta to San Antonio flights

Direct and connecting flights from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT). Compare airlines, aircraft types, and fares on one page.

01 / OVERVIEW

Booking tips for AtlantaSan Antonio

For most economy fares on Atlanta to San Antonio, booking roughly three to eight weeks ahead tends to hit the sweet spot on price, with last-minute fares rising sharply in the final two weeks. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday departures are usually cheaper than Fridays and Sundays, and early-morning or late-evening flights often undercut midday slots. If you are traveling light, the difference between a basic economy fare with carry-on only and a standard fare with a checked bag can be significant. Compare both options before booking, and also check whether ATL or SAT has a nearby alternative airport that might offer better fares on the same dates.

OPERATORS ON THIS ROUTELast 90 days · top 2
CarrierSightings / 90dSafety events
Southwest Airlines2 sightingsNo recorded events
Delta Air Lines2 sightingsNo recorded events

Planning ATLSAT

ATL to SAT is a short-haul route of 1,405 km (873 mi). See the return SATATL route.

Alternative airports near Atlanta: Atlanta (FTY)18 km, Atlanta (PDK)29 km, Marietta (MGE)32 km.

Alternative airports near San Antonio: San Antonio (RND)18 km, San Antonio (SKF)20 km, Stinson (SSF)22 km.

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04 / FAQ

Frequently asked questions about AtlantaSan Antonio

How long does the flight from Atlanta to San Antonio take?

Flight time from Atlanta (ATL) to San Antonio (SAT) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. Check the exact duration in the search results above, where we show block time per itinerary along with stop count.

Which airlines fly from Atlanta to San Antonio?

Airline availability for ATL to SAT changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. Our search above pulls live schedules and returns the airlines currently selling this route, both direct and connecting. Codeshare and interline itineraries are included, so you may see results operated by one carrier but sold by another.

Are there direct flights from Atlanta to San Antonio?

Direct (nonstop) availability on ATL to SAT varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons. Use our search above with flexible dates to see which days actually have nonstop options.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to San Antonio?

Prices on ATL to SAT shift with seasonality, school holidays, and major events at both ends. Our 12-month price calendar below the search results shows the lowest fare found per departure date, which makes it easy to spot the cheapest weeks at a glance. Flexibility of a few days around your target date often unlocks significantly lower fares.

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