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Cheapest round-trip
$250
Typical prices: $366-$500
Frontier
Mon 12/10Fri 12/14
CVG - SAT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$124
Typical prices: $183-$334
Frontier
Wed 11/7
CVG - SAT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Cincinnati and San Antonio. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $252 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to San Antonio (CVG-SAT)

 

Cheap flights from Cincinnati to San Antonio with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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8:34 pm - 11:45 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAT San Antonio
16h 11m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
12:27 pm - 5:33 pmSAT  San Antonio-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
28h 06m1 stop Orlando
$250Frontier
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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4:32 pm - 7:25 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAT San Antonio
27h 53m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:20 pm - 3:22 pmSAT  San Antonio-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
18h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$250Frontier
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:16 am - 8:45 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAT San Antonio
23h 29m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Raleigh-Durham
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6:47 pm - 5:59 pmSAT  San Antonio-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
22h 12m1 stop Denver Intl
$338Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:55 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAT San Antonio
6h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:50 amSAT  San Antonio-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
4h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 11:26 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAT San Antonio
7h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:05 pm - 10:35 pmSAT  San Antonio-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$339Delta
Tue, Dec 29 - Wed, Dec 30
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:52 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAT San Antonio
5h 52m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 11:24 amSAT  San Antonio-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
5h 04m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$339Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:20 pm - 12:25 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAT San Antonio
5h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:35 am - 1:50 pmSAT  San Antonio-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 15m2 stops Houston Hobby Nashville Intl
$344Southwest
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:55 am - 1:15 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAT San Antonio
7h 20m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
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5:50 am - 1:50 pmSAT  San Antonio-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
7h 00m2 stops Dallas Love Field Nashville Intl
$349Southwest
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
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10:16 am - 8:45 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAT San Antonio
23h 29m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Raleigh-Durham
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:27 pm - 11:46 amSAT  San Antonio-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
22h 19m1 stop Orlando
$357Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
11:39 am - 3:41 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-SAT San Antonio
5h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 10:49 amSAT  San Antonio-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
4h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$364American Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Cincinnati to San Antonio flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cincinnati to San Antonio?

Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to San Antonio typically range from $366 to $500. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $250, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cincinnati to San Antonio?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cincinnati to San Antonio. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to San Antonio?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to San Antonio at $379 round-trip.
•January ($566) and September ($516) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cincinnati to San Antonio the cheapest?

Flights from Cincinnati to San Antonio are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Cincinnati to San Antonio flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$124
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 62% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cincinnati to San Antonio

When to book flights from Cincinnati to San Antonio

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Your Cincinnati to San Antonio flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cincinnati to San Antonio?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cincinnati to San Antonio:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Cincinnati to San Antonio?

    A nonstop flight from Cincinnati to San Antonio takes 00m, covering 1,023 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cincinnati to San Antonio?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cincinnati to San Antonio flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to San Antonio range from $366 to $500, with an average of $406 over the past 12 months. Anything below $366 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cincinnati to San Antonio flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 70% above the $406 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cincinnati to San Antonio changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $230 to $1,594. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cincinnati to San Antonio looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cincinnati to San Antonio are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $166, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Antonio Airport (SAT)?

    San Antonio Airport (SAT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $22 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cincinnati to San Antonio?

    Flights from Cincinnati to San Antonio usually depart from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) and arrive at San Antonio (SAT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cincinnati to San Antonio pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cincinnati to San Antonio most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cincinnati to San Antonio?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Cincinnati to San Antonio. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $384 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $450, a difference of $66.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cincinnati to San Antonio?

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 34m, compared with 4h 57m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 4h 58m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What is the time difference between Cincinnati and San Antonio?

    San Antonio is 1 hour behind Cincinnati (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Antonio?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Antonio are San Antonio River Walk, SeaWorld San Antonio and Alamodome. These are among the most viewed places in San Antonio on KAYAK.

  • Where will I layover if a board a one-stop flight from CVG to SAT?

    The airlines that offer flights from CVG to SAT have varying layover destinations. As a result, your stopover location will be determined by your airline. If you travel with American Airlines, your layover will be at Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW). On the contrary, if you fly with United, you will lay over at Houston George Bush (IAH).

  • Can I carry on liquids on my flight to San Antonio (SAT)?

    When flying to SAT, you may bring liquids, aerosols, and even pastes aboard your flight, regardless of the airline you’re traveling with. This is on condition that you store them in 3.4 oz containers, which have to be in a transparent plastic bag with a resealable lock and a maximum capacity of one liter. You can carry-on only one bag, and at the security checkpoint, you have to place it apart from the rest of your carry-on luggage.

  • What is the best public transit option to exit San Antonio (SAT)?

    If you want to travel from SAT to downtown San Antonio using public transit, go to the Lower Roadway on the Baggage Level in Terminals A and B. On the far west end of Terminal B, you will spot a VIA Metropolitan Transit bus stop. Here, you will hop on a VIA bus route 5, and aboard one, you will reach downtown San Antonio after roughly 30 minutes.

  • Can I rent a car at San Antonio (SAT)?

    You can rent a car without struggle at SAT, given that it boasts counters for several reliable car rental agencies, including Advantage, Dollar, Enterprise, Fox, National, Payless, Thrifty, Avis, Alamo, and EZ Rentals. The counters are in the lobby of the Consolidated Car Rental Facility. To reach it, take the elevator/escalator to the Mezzanine level in Terminal B and cross the Sky Bridge.

Your guide to booking Cincinnati to San Antonio flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $384, about $66 less than Monday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cincinnati to San Antonio trip for August. Fares historically average $379 round-trip in that month - typically $187 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Antonio Airport.

    • Wyndham Garden San Antonio Airport
    • Heritage Inn & Suites San Antonio Airport, Trademark Wyndham
    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Airport
  • If you plan to fly from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (CVG) to San Antonio (SAT) aboard a United Airlines flight, you may bring on a personal item and a carry-on bag unless you’re traveling with a Basic Economy ticket, in which case you may only bring on board a personal item. Dimension-wise, your item must be smaller than 17 x 10 x 9 inches, while your bag must not exceed 22 x 14 x 9 inches.
  • While waiting for your flight at CVG, you can relax at The Club at CVG, a paid-entry lounge open to all travelers regardless of their class of travel or airline. It is located in Concourse A, between Gates A8 and A10, and boasts comfy seating, a variety of drinks and snacks, and various sources of entertainment.
  • If you intend to fly with American Airlines to SAT, note that you may check up to ten bags. Each bag must not exceed 62 linear inches and 50 lb. If traveling in First or Business Class, your complimentary bags may weigh up to 70 lb.
  • In case you have limited mobility and will require assistance at CVG and SAT, inform your airline of the assistance you’ll need when booking your flight or at least 48 hours ahead of your flight. If you do so, you will receive elite personalized assistance from when you arrive at CVG to when you depart from SAT, given that they feature staff sympathetic to the needs of the disabled.
  • American Airlines is a suitable option, if you want to travel to SAT with an eco-friendly airline. This airline has invested in sustainable aviation fuels, partnered with remarkable environmental groups, implemented efficient waste management initiatives, and replaced a majority of its old flights with new, modern, fuel-efficient aircraft.

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