Flying from Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport (SAT): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Mexico City. Explore your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) when booking your flight from Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport (SAT).
2 hours 10 minutes is the average duration of a direct Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport flight.
San Antonio International Airport is located in San Antonio. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour ahead of Mexico City.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT) is the most popular route. There are 19 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Aeromexico at 1:55pm. Choose the first MEX to SAT departure operated by Volaris at 7:55am if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Mexico City to SAT won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Take the express route from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Direct flights from Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport (SAT) can be booked from here.
At MEX, there's a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport, including:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between MEX and SAT is Aeromexico.
Aeromexico is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
MEX is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
Benito Juarez International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that take off from MEX reach their destination on time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport. Cancun International Airport (CUN) is a great option between Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport and SAT.
NLU is about 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Kick back before your Mexico City to SAT flight at a hotel near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
67.58% of flights taking off from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Have a late flight from Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near SAT and hit the pillow fast:
Grab a San Antonio International Airport rental car and discover San Antonio and beyond with your own set of wheels. Fox - Rent A Car, Dollar and Thrifty are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
SAT is located at 9800 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to central San Antonio
San Antonio International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central San Antonio. How long it takes to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Currently, Rs34,931 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs56,538. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Mexico City to SAT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport (SAT). July is the peak month for travel to San Antonio. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in April.
Book a Mexico City to SAT flight ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Antonio to range from 23ºC to 40ºC.
January has temperatures of between 3ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Antonio
Once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to San Antonio International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Antonio:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza are popular attractions which should be on any good San Antonio itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Antonio has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 105 kilometres north-east of San Antonio, a visit to Austin will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown.
Corpus Christi is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 225 kilometres south-east of San Antonio. No journey is complete without experiencing Texas State Aquarium, Bayfront Park and Corpus Christi Cathedral.
