๐บ๐ธ San Antonio, United States of America
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) currently operates two passenger terminals, A and B, with a combined 27 jet-bridge gates. Terminal A opened in 1984 with a 16-gate concourse and contains the U.S. Customs and Border Protection facility for international arrivals. Terminal B opened in 2010 with eight gates, and two additional gates opened in January 2023, bringing Terminal B to 10 gates. Wikipedia notes a United Club between gates B3 and B5 and a USO on the arrivals level, highlighting Terminal B's compact, full-service layout. The airport's Strategic Development Plan proposes a future Terminal C to add capacity as needed, with planning pointing toward delivery around 2030. This new terminal is intended to add gates and support long-term growth while existing terminals continue to operate.
Allow adequate time for connections between Terminal A (16 gates with international arrivals facility) and Terminal B (10 gates with United Club and USO), as parking garages fill quickly during conventions and major events, making VIA bus route 5 a reliable alternative for cheap downtown transportation. The facility maintains flexible scheduling to accommodate weather-related delays common in South Texas, where severe thunderstorms, occasional winter ice storms, and extreme heat can impact operations, though San Antonio's generally favorable climate allows consistent year-round operations. Ground transportation options include comprehensive rental car services from all major providers, VIA Metropolitan Transit bus connections, ride-sharing services, and taxi stands at both terminals, with the downtown River Walk easily accessible via multiple transportation options. Seasonal weather patterns have moderate impact on flight operations, with summer heat occasionally affecting aircraft performance during peak afternoon hours, while winter weather is generally mild except for rare ice storms that can temporarily disrupt operations across Central Texas. The airport's strategic location serves as South Texas's primary aviation gateway, supporting San Antonio's major military installations including Joint Base San Antonio, the city's thriving tourism industry centered on the Historic River Walk and Alamo, and significant business travel to one of America's fastest-growing metropolitan areas. Emergency services and medical evacuation capabilities are extensive with coordination to world-class medical facilities including UT Health San Antonio, Methodist Hospital System, and specialized military medical facilities that serve the region's large veteran population.
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Minimum domestic connection:
60 minutes
International connections:
90 minutes
Interline transfers:
120 minutes
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Last updated: January 1980 | Data Source: IATA and other airline sites and resources