Dulles Intl

$95+ Cheap flights from San Antonio (SAT) to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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SAT — IAD
Jul 16 — Jul 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl are usually found in February or April, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Antonio to Dulles Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Antonio (SAT) to Dulles Intl (IAD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$234
(Southwest)

One-way from

$95
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$352

Good round-trip deal

$426 or less

Good one-way deal

$240 or less
From San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
One-way flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Cheapest flights from San Antonio to Dulles Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Antonio to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 11, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/165:35 amSAT - IAD
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
Mon 8/184:30 pmIAD - SAT
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/9$234
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/65:10 pmSAT - IAD
1 stop16h 48mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/1311:51 amIAD - SAT
1 stop11h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/9$235
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/106:11 pmSAT - IAD
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Thu 8/146:00 amIAD - SAT
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Deal found 7/10$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2312:00 pmSAT - IAD
Nonstop3h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/255:55 pmIAD - SAT
Nonstop3h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/10$240
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/77:10 amSAT - IAD
2 stops25h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1011:58 amIAD - SAT
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9$265
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/108:14 pmSAT - IAD
2 stops16h 35mFrontier
Fri 8/156:10 amIAD - SAT
1 stop11h 42mFrontier
Deal found 7/10$301

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

San Antonio

Fly to

Dulles Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - IAD

SATIAD

San Antonio

Sat 8/16

5:35 am-3:00 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/18

4:30 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$234

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - IAD

SATIAD

San Antonio

Wed 8/6

5:10 pm-10:58 am

1 stop16h 48m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/13

11:51 am-10:12 pm

1 stop11h 21m

$235

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - IAD

SATIAD

San Antonio

Sun 8/10

6:11 pm-12:34 am

1 stop5h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/15

7:22 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$237

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - IAD

SATIAD

San Antonio

Sat 8/23

12:00 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/25

5:55 pm-8:33 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$240

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - IAD

SATIAD

San Antonio

Thu 8/7

7:10 am-9:23 am

2 stops25h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/10

11:58 am-4:33 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$265

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - IAD

SATIAD

San Antonio

Sun 8/10

8:14 pm-1:49 pm

2 stops16h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/15

6:10 am-4:52 pm

1 stop11h 42m

$301

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - IAD

SATIAD

San Antonio

Sat 8/30

7:00 am-11:19 am

Nonstop3h 19m

$95

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - IAD

SATIAD

San Antonio

Thu 9/11

5:35 am-6:15 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$101

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - IAD

SATIAD

San Antonio

Fri 8/15

4:36 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$119

San AntonioWashington, D.C.

SAT - IAD

SATIAD

San Antonio

Mon 9/1

10:08 am-10:43 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$123

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Airports
SAT

For longer trips, economy lots with shuttle service offer better value than the new parking garage at SAT.

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IAD

The Washington Metro Silver line reaches IAD in under 40 minutes, offering a cheap way to get to the airport.

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Best time to book a flight from San Antonio to Dulles Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Antonio to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $309). Flying from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAT to IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Antonio to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 71% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Antonio to Dulles Intl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 11, 2025.

The most flights from SAT to IAD are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated July 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    For a flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, you will be flying from San Antonio. San Antonio (SAT) is just 7.6 mi from the center of the city. San Antonio is the only San Antonio airport and it handles 5 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. 4 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from San Antonio on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $234, Southwest will fly you from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $235 and $237, respectively. Users have found that Southwest is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $95 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $101 and Delta from $119 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on time: Air Canada (84%), Brussels Airlines (84%), United Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    While on average a flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is generally $1,499, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $162. When looking at the most popular route, (San Antonio - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $155 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Antonio to Dulles Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Antonio to Dulles Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Antonio to Dulles Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Antonio to Dulles Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Antonio to Dulles Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Antonio to Dulles Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $309). Flying from San Antonio to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from San Antonio to Dulles Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$204Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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