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San Antonio Airport guide
San Antonio International Airport has Terminals A and B (a new Terminal C is due in 2028). The quickest way from SAT to downtown San Antonio is the VIA Route 5 bus (about 40 minutes, $1.30).
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
VIA Route 5 bus, $1.30
about $30–$35
American, Delta and United
United Club (Terminal B)
Quick answer
The quickest way from SAT to downtown San Antonio is the VIA Route 5 bus (about 40 minutes, $1.30). Airlines here include American, Delta, United, Southwest and Alaska.
- Terminals
- Terminals A and B (a new Terminal C is due in 2028)
- Taxi
- 15–20 min, about $30–$35
- Distance
- About 8 miles to downtown San Antonio
- Lounges
- United Club (Terminal B)
Getting from SAT to downtown San Antonio
Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.
- VIA Route 5 busto downtown San Antonioabout 40 min$1.30
- Taxi or rideshare15–20 minabout $30–$35
Inside SAT
Terminals and connections
Terminal A handles every international airline; Terminal B is next door. A new Terminal C is due in 2028.
Lounges
- •United Club (Terminal B)
Parking at SAT
- •Economy lot with shuttles, the cheapest
- •Long-term garage and short-term parking in the rental car center
Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check SAT's official site.
Airlines at SAT
Major airlines that fly from SAT (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.
- American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
- Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
- Sun Country Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 11 in Bag fees
- Breeze Airways Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
- Air Canada Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
- Aeroméxico Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
- Viva Aerobus Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
- Volaris Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
SAT airport FAQ
The quickest option is the VIA Route 5 bus to downtown San Antonio: about 40 minutes for $1.30. A taxi takes 15–20 min (about $30–$35).
Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fares, lounges, airlines and parking change; check with the operator or airport before you travel.
- San Antonio International Airport official website
- Wikipedia: San Antonio International Airport (airlines, terminals and ground transportation)
- VIA Route 5 bus: official site
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