Traveling from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from San Antonio International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Washington DC is one hour ahead of San Antonio and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Flights from SAT to BWI start from 05:00 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The latest departure is at 19:50 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can choose from 12 weekly San Antonio International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your SAT to BWI flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
Southwest Airlines has direct flights from San Antonio International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
Southwest Airlines is the airline most travelers choose for this route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SAT to BWI flights. An impressive 83.59% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Antonio International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SAT and BWI:
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Nashville International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
$131 is the lowest price for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight. A return flight starts at $257. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SAT to BWI.
May is the cheapest month for flights from San Antonio International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from San Antonio International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
The address for SAT is 9800 Airport Boulevard.
San Antonio International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83.17% of flights that depart SAT arrive at their destination without delay.
Central San Antonio to San Antonio International Airport is around 19 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
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Arriving at Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
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Reserving your ride from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to central Washington DC has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometers away.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
The quietest month for a flight from San Antonio International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SAT to BWI in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Washington DC has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometers north-east of Washington DC, a visit to New York will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 193 kilometers north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another favorite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.