San Antonio to Mexico City (SAT–MEX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
No flights match your filters.
No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SAT–MEX is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Aeromexico, Frontier and Viva lead the route. The flight covers 699 miles in approximately 2h 8m. Beyond nonstop, 30 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM Aeromexico | 7 | B38M | 2h20 | SkyTeam | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 7 | A21N | 2h08 | – | – | |
| VB Viva | 7 | 321 | 23h59 | – | – | |
| Y4 Volaris | 7 | 320 | 2h08 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Mexico City from San Antonio
| Metric | SAT→MEX | AUS→MEX | NLD→MEX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAT | – | 67 mi | 159 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 7 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 8m | 2h 28m | 1h 55m |
| Departure OTP | 67% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SAT: MDT · MEX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in San Antonio, it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City.
US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.
Use only authorized airport taxis (purchase vouchers at official booths inside arrivals; do not take street taxis outside). Rates are zone-based: Centro/Zócalo MXN$180–250, Polanco MXN$250–320, Santa Fe MXN$350–450. Uber is not permitted for airport pickup at T1 (walk to street level at T2 to use Uber).Metrobús Line 4 to Buenavista (Metro hub) takes 30–40 min (MXN$12); a solid budget option. Metro Line 5 serves Terminal Aérea (T1). ADO buses depart from T1 to Puebla, Querétaro, and other cities. A second airport (AIFA, NLU) exists northeast of the city; confirm which airport your flight uses.
High-altitude subtropical climate at 2,240m. Temperatures are mild year-round (7–22°C) with little seasonal variation, no extreme heat or cold. The rainy season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms, typically between 3–7pm, which frequently cause delays and can be intense. Hail is possible.
Dry season (November–April) offers the most reliable flying conditions. The airport's elevation means aircraft have reduced performance on hot days. Dense morning smog is common in winter inversions and occasionally reduces visibility. Earthquake risk (significant for Mexico City) has no direct flight impact but is worth knowing.
SAT–MEX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SAT to MEX
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) and Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) are connected by nonstop service from Aeromexico, Frontier, Viva and Volaris. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SAT to MEX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SAT to MEX ranges from 2 hours 8 minutes to 23 hours 59 minutes. The route covers a distance of 699 miles (1,124 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via AUS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Austin (AUS) and Nuevo Laredo (NLD).