San Antonio airport more expensive than average
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San Antonio International has long been considered a low-key airport to fly out of, but that doesn't mean it's cheap.
By the numbers: Average domestic airfare out of SAT was about $385 in the third quarter of 2024, above the national average of $366, per the Bureau of Transportation Statistics.
The intrigue: That's the exact same as airfare out of Austin Bergstrom International — SAT's main competitor.
Between the lines: Lots of factors affect airports' average fares.
- If an airport has more work travelers buying business- or first-class tickets, for example, that could drive up the average fare.
- Conversely, a heavy presence of budget airlines could reduce the average fare.
What they're saying: Competition between airlines is another major factor, says Zach Griff, senior reporter at The Points Guy — especially at hubs dominated by one carrier.
Caveat: This is a snapshot in time. The actual amount you'll pay will depend on the route, upgrades, schedules, and so on.