San Antonio from Los Angeles, Oct 16–18: round trip from $438
Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San Antonio are $438 per person ($876 for two) for Oct 16–18, 2026, which is 2 nights, on Frontier with one stop. The forecast is overcast with highs of 74–80°F and little rain. The best-value hotel is $147 for the stay with breakfast included.
The flight
$460 $438 per person, round trip
the typical fare on this route
$876 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · 1 stop · 5h 46m
Out Fri, Oct 16, 11:40 AM – Fri, Oct 16, 7:26 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $438 | 1 stop | 5h 46m |
| American. Operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle | $637 | nonstop | 3h 2m |
| Frontier | $595 | 2 stops | 18h 30m |
Prices checked Oct 12, 2026, 5:44 PM PDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Your trip for two
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $876 |
| Super 8 by Wyndham San Antonio Airport North, 2 nights | $147 |
| Trip total for two | $1,023 |
Regular: $1,067 You pay: $1,023 Saved: $44
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Why go now
At $438 per person round trip, or $876 for two, this fare is $22 below the typical fare on this route. That's 5% under the $460 median of 13 earlier checks. Our budget for two comes to $1,383: $876 for flights, $147 for the best-value hotel and $360 for spending, which works out to $90 a day each. The mid-October forecast has highs of 74–80°F, lows of 58–65°F and a 3–5% chance of rain under overcast skies, so it's comfortable weather for walking the River Walk or biking out to the missions. It's a quick city weekend with history, Tex-Mex and an evening on the river. Heads-up: these are all-in prices as we found them, and they can change before you book.
The kind of trip this is
This is a city and food weekend with a side of history. You get the Alamo and the Spanish missions by day, then tacos and the river at night. It suits a couple or a pair of friends who like to walk, eat well and keep the plan loose. With one Friday arrival and two nights, the pace is easy. Families who want a theme park day can swap the missions for SeaWorld or Six Flags Fiesta Texas.
Weather in San Antonio, Oct 16–18
Highs 74–80°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 16 | 80 °F | 65 °F | 5% |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 74 °F | 58 °F | 3% |
| Sun, Oct 18 | 79 °F | 60 °F | 3% |
Where to stay in San Antonio
Super 8 by Wyndham San Antonio Airport North is the best value at $147 for both nights ($74 a night). It scores 8.1 from 1,229 reviews and includes breakfast and free cancellation. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Seaworld LAFB is the top rated at 8.8 from 939 reviews, for $255 total ($128 a night). It's in West San Antonio, handy for a SeaWorld day, and also comes with breakfast and free cancellation. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio North/Stone Oak is the budget pick at $156 total ($78 a night) with a 7.1 score. Breakfast is included, but there's no free cancellation. None of these three is in River Walk / Downtown, where hotels sit right on the riverside promenade near the Alamo. Pearl District is the place to go for the city's top restaurants.
Super 8 by Wyndham San Antonio Airport North
$147 for 2 nights, two guests · $74 a night
See roomsLa Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Seaworld LAFB
$255 for 2 nights, two guests · $128 a night
See roomsDays Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio North/Stone Oak
$156 for 2 nights, two guests · $78 a night
See roomsAll hotels in San Antonio for these dates
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Where in San Antonio
- River Walk / Downtown: Hotels right on the riverside promenade near the Alamo.
- Pearl District: Restored brewery complex with the city's top restaurants and the Hotel Emma.
- King William: Victorian mansions and B&Bs along the river south of downtown.
- La Cantera / The Rim: Resorts near Six Flags Fiesta Texas and the outlets.
What to do in San Antonio
- Visit the Alamo, then walk the River Walk as the evening cools down.
- Bike between the UNESCO-listed San Antonio Missions on Saturday, when the high is 74°F.
- Eat breakfast tacos and puffy tacos in the Pearl or Southtown.
- Take a river barge cruise at night.
- Spend a day at SeaWorld or Six Flags Fiesta Texas.
- Browse Historic Market Square.
Also worth it
- Visit the Alamo and walk the River Walk
- Tour the UNESCO-listed San Antonio Missions by bike
Tours and tickets in San Antonio
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Los Angeles | Los Angeles International (LAX), Hollywood Burbank (BUR), John Wayne Orange County (SNA), Ontario International (ONT), Long Beach (LGB) |
|---|---|
| Airports in San Antonio | San Antonio International (SAT) |
| Flight time | 5h 46m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,202 miles each way |
| Time difference | +2 hours |
What 2 nights in San Antonio costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $876 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Super 8 by Wyndham San Antonio Airport North) | $147 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $360 |
| Total for two | $1,383 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for a mid-range destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Los Angeles to San Antonio
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $438 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $297 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $460 |
| Price checks | 13 |
Good to know
- Passport: not needed for US citizens; a government ID is enough.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport is needed, and you'll pay in US dollars.
- San Antonio is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
- The $438 Frontier flight takes 5h 46m with one stop and covers 1,202 miles from LAX to SAT.
- All three hotels include breakfast. Only the Days Inn & Suites has no free cancellation.
- The River Walk holiday lights run in November and December, so this October weekend comes before them.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
When we checked, Frontier had a round trip from LAX for $438 per person, or $876 for two, all-in. That's $22 below the typical fare on this route. Prices can change before you book.
Is there a nonstop option?
Yes. American, operated by SkyWest as American Eagle, has a nonstop for $637 per person. It leaves at 11:02 AM and lands at 4:04 PM, a 3h 2m flight. The $438 Frontier fare leaves at 11:40 AM, stops once and lands at 7:26 PM.
What is the weather like?
The forecast is overcast all weekend. Friday has a high of 80°F, Saturday 74°F and Sunday 79°F, with lows from 58°F to 65°F. The chance of rain is just 3–5%.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip, you'll pay in US dollars, and the only adjustment is the clock: San Antonio is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Is 2 nights enough?
It's enough for a long weekend. You land Friday evening, then have Saturday for the Alamo, the River Walk and a night barge cruise. Fit in tacos or Market Square before flying home Sunday. A full theme park day would take most of Saturday.
What does the whole trip cost for two?
Our budget for two is $1,383. That covers $876 for flights, $147 for two nights at the Super 8 and $360 for spending money.
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