With free Wi-Fi and meeting space for up to 30 people, the Courtyard is a good business option – and also good for shoppers, being situated adjacent to the North Star Mall.
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San Antonio International Airport Guide (SAT)
Airport info
Code:
SAT
Number of terminals:
2
Timezone:
GMT -5:00
Address:
9800 Airport Boulevard, San Antonio, Texas 78216, United States
Location:
San Antonio International Airport is situated 13km (8 miles) north of San Antonio.
Telephone:
(210) 207 3433.
Here you'll find essential information on San Antonio International Airport, including contact details, airport transfer facts, details of airport facilities, and how to get there.
Airport news:
San Antonio International Airport is currently in the process of implementing major expansion and improvement projects, including a new car hire building and renovation of Terminal A. The new Terminal B opened for business in November 2010, and a future Terminal C has been proposed.
Information:
The information and help desks are located in the Terminal A baggage reclaim area and in Terminal B, where travellers turn towards the baggage reclaim area. Ambassadors can also provide assistance. For airport information, passengers should contact International Airport Paging and Information (tel: (210) 207 3411).
Website:
www.sanantonio.gov/aviation Transfer between terminals:
Passengers can transfer between terminals via a covered walkway.
Driving directions:
San Antonio International Airport can be reached from the major motorways into and around San Antonio itself. The airport is located between two motorway loops: from Loop 410, take the Airport Boulevard exit. From Highway 281 North, take the Airport Boulevard exit or the Jones Maltsberger, South Terminal Drive exit, and then take the first right onto South Terminal Drive. From Highway 281 South, after the San Antonio International Airport exit, turn left onto South Terminal Drive.
Drivers can also access the airport via a connector road off Highway 281 North. Located just after Airport Boulevard, the Highway 281 North connection provides direct, elevated access into the parking and terminal facilities.
Public Transport
Public transport road:
Bus: VIA Metropolitan Transit (tel: 1 866 362 2020; www.viainfo.net) bus 5 connects the city and San Antonio International Airport (journey time: 30 minutes; fare: US$1.10). A one-day pass costs US$4. Shared-ride shuttles are available from Go Airport Shuttle (tel: (210) 281 9900; goairportshuttle.com), which provides a regular service to downtown San Antonio hotels. Fares start at US$18 for a one-way trip to downtown hotels.
Taxi: Taxis run between central San Antonio and San Antonio International Airport (journey time: 15 minutes). The approximate fare to the downtown area is around US$29.
Terminal facilities
Money:
ATMs can be found throughout San Antonio International Airport.
Communication:
Free Wi-Fi internet access is available. Telephones situated opposite the baggage reclaim area in both terminals can be used to find hotel information and to contact car hire companies.
Food:
There is a wide choice of restaurants, fast-food outlets, cafés and bakeries in both terminals. There is a sports bar in Terminal A and two bars in Terminal B.
Shopping:
There are numerous shops at San Antonio International Airport, including duty-free for international passengers, souvenir outlets and a number of specialist retailers.
Luggage:
There are lost property offices and a Skycap porter service.
Other:
There is a shoeshine in Terminal A and a chapel in Terminal B. Emergency medical assistance is available 24 hours a day.
Airport facilities
Conference and business:
Marcy's Business & Travel Centre (tel: (210) 892 1100), in Terminal A, offers business facilities and meeting/conference rooms. The nearby Hilton San Antonio Airport hotel (tel: (210) 340 6060; www.hilton.com) also offers conference facilities, including a business centre and meeting rooms with audiovisual equipment for hire and secretarial services.
Disabled facilities:
There are adapted lifts, toilets and ramps in both terminals, as well as telephones for the hearing impaired. Wheelchair assistance is available from individual airlines (tel: (210) 867 5946 for Southwest Airlines or (210) 389 1317 for other airlines). Designated parking spaces are available for disabled drivers. Go Airport Shuttle buses are wheelchair-accessible, as are a number of taxi providers.
Car parking:
There are two covered parking garages (tel: (210) 207 3465) for hourly and long-term parking and an economy car park connected to the terminals by a free shuttle service.
Car rental:
There are several on-site car hire companies at San Antonio International Airport, including: Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty. Agency desks are located inside Terminal A and shuttle services transport travellers to pick-up and drop-off centres.
Airport hotels
Days Inn San Antonio Airport
One of the closest hotels to San Antonio International Airport, just 0.8km (0.5 miles) from the terminals, the mid-price Days Inn offers a free airport transfer shuttle service, together with an outdoor pool, spa facility and complimentary breakfast.
Website:
Doubletree Hotel San Antonio Airport
The Doubletree Hotel San Antonio Airport is located less than 1km (0.6 miles) from San Antonio International Airport, and is connected via a free shuttle bus service. Hotel facilities include an on-site restaurant, bar and fitness room. Meeting space is also available.
Website:
Embassy Suites Hotel San Antonio International Airport
The Embassy Suites is less than 1km (0.6 miles) from San Antonio International Airport. Hotel facilities include a swimming pool, an on-site restaurant and meeting rooms.
Website:
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Antonio Airport
With a fitness centre, indoor pool, free shuttle service, complimentary breakfast and close proximity to the North Star shopping centre, the Fairfield is a good value choice. Its on-site restaurant specialises in Cajun food.
Website:
Hampton Inn San Antonio Airport
Just 2km (1.2 miles) from San Antonio International Airport, the Hampton Inn San Antonio Airport offers complimentary shuttle bus services to the airport and central San Antonio. The hotel is equipped with an indoor pool and meeting space.
Website:
Hilton San Antonio Airport
Housing a grill restaurant and a sports bar, the Hilton San Antonio Airport offers accommodation within a 3km (2 mile) radius of San Antonio International Airport. Meeting space is available for hire, while there is also a fitness centre with a pool.
Website:
Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Airport
The Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Airport provides accommodation just 2.4km (1.5 miles) from San Antonio International Airport. On-site facilities include a business centre and three meeting rooms. A free shuttle bus service to the airport is available.
Website:
Holiday Inn San Antonio International Airport
Recently completely refurbished, this hotel is only 1.6 km (1 mile) from the airport terminals, and also offers a free shuttle service. Hotel facilities include an outdoor pool, a self-service business centre, and dedicated 'executive' floors, plus extensive meeting and event space.
Website:
Homestead Studios Suites San Antonio Airport
Providing a guest kitchen, laundry facilities and pet-friendly rooms, the Homestead Studios Suites San Antonio Airport offers a longer stay option near San Antonio International Airport. Wi-Fi access is available in all rooms.
Website:
Staybridge Suites San Antonio Airport
Located between the North Star Mall and San Antonio International Airport, Staybridge Suites San Antonio Airport offers business services, complimentary parking and an outdoor pool.
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