San Antonio International Airport
Airport Code: SAT
Location: 9800 Airport Blvd, San Antonio, Texas
Date Opened: July 1942 (originally established as Alamo Field, converted to commercial use in 1953).
Size: Over 2,300 acres, with three runways, and two main passenger terminals; Terminal A which has 17 gates, and Terminal B with 10. SAT offers over 40 nonstop domestic and limited international destinations. Terminal C, a new terminal that’s part of a current expansion is expected to be completed in 2028.
Transportation: Uber, Lyft, and taxis are readily available at the outer commercial curbside of Terminal A. VIA Metropolitan Transit Bus Route 5 connects the airport to downtown San Antonio with a stop near the convention center. There is convenient access to US-281 and I-35.
On-Site Facilities: Dining options include local favorites, national chains, coffee shops, and bars. Retail options include newsstands, travel essentials, and Texas-themed gift shops. Business workstations, family restrooms, nursing suites, and pet relief areas, and free Wi-Fi throughout both terminals.
Fun Fact 1: Terminal A is the older of the two terminals, but both are undergoing upgrades as part of the SAT Strategic Development Plan, with a major terminal expansion project planned through 2028.
Fun Fact 2: SAT handled approximately 11 million passengers in 2024, which was a record year for the airport.
Website: www.flysanantonio.com.
