Flying from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, making Washington DC one hour ahead of San Antonio.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your SAT to DCA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Antonio International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SAT and DCA:
William P. Hobby Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Currently, RM337 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM632. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from SAT to DCA, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Antonio International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport.
Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
SAT is located at 9800 Airport Boulevard.
San Antonio International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 83.17% of flights that depart SAT arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to San Antonio International Airport from central San Antonio, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to SAT:
Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Antonio International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
Pick up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car and explore Washington DC and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Ronald Reagan National Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
February is the most popular month for flights from San Antonio International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Washington DC in May.
Before locking in your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAT to DCA in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Washington DC has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a visit to New York will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United States, consider Philadelphia, about 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.
