Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to San Antonio International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
San Antonio is one hour behind Philadelphia and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Flights from PHL to SAT start from 08:20 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last service of the day is at 10:37 with American Airlines. Overall, you can choose from three weekly Philadelphia International Airport to San Antonio International Airport flights.
Your PHL to SAT flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into San Antonio (and then discovering more of United States!) is a breeze with American Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to San Antonio International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to San Antonio International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PHL and SAT:
Nashville International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
73 € is the lowest price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to San Antonio International Airport flight. Return flights start at 175 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Book nine months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PHL to SAT.
The cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to San Antonio International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The address for PHL is Industrial Highway and Island Road.
78.93% of flights that take off from Philadelphia International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Philadelphia International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near PHL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to San Antonio International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
If you're arriving on a late Philadelphia International Airport to San Antonio International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SAT:
Follow your own route with a San Antonio International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Fox - Rent A Car, Dollar or Thrifty and discover more of San Antonio and beyond.
Reserving your ride from San Antonio International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to central San Antonio
The address for SAT is 9800 Airport Boulevard.
San Antonio International Airport to central San Antonio has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
The quietest month for a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to San Antonio International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to San Antonio based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to San Antonio International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in San Antonio, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHL to SAT in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Houston is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen San Antonio. Around 306 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
If you're ready to explore another side of United States, head for Dallas, about 402 kilometres north-east of San Antonio. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are key highlights.