Easy Transportation Makes San Antonio a Great Meeting Destination

Discover Convenient Ways to Travel to and Around San Antonio

There are many reasons why San Antonio makes a great meeting destination for corporate retreats, business meetings, and conferences. The city boasts over 48,000 hotel rooms, 4,000 dining options, a state-of-the-art convention center, and unique opportunities for guest experiences. However, the ease of getting into and around the city may be one of the best overlooked travel benefits

San Antonio Offers Easy Access From Major Texas Hubs

San Antonio is very easily accessible from other major Texas cities, including Dallas, Houston, El Paso, and neighboring Austin.

The San Antonio International Airport offers daily nonstop flights from Texas cities, some of which span only a mere 30 minutes in the air.

Neighboring Austin is just an hour and a half drive away, making it easily accessible by car or bus.

National and International Nonstop Flights into San Antonio

San Antonio is not just easy for fellow Texan travelers to get to. The San Antonio International Airport offers 47 nonstop flights to 41 cities in two countries. There are also 38 direct domestic flights, and more are being added every year.

Teams can easily fly into San Antonio from Texas cities as well as:

• Atlanta
• Baltimore
• Boston
• Charlotte 
• Chicago
• Denver
• Detroit
• Las Vegas
• Los Angeles
• Mexico City
• Miami
• Nashville
• New York
• Phoenix
• San Diego
• San Francisco
• Seattle
• Washington D.C
• And More

Easy Airport Access From Downtown

Easy transit for your team continues after landing. The San Antonio Airport is just a short 10 minutes from bustling downtown and attractions like the River Walk, Alamo, and Convention Center.

After you deboard the plane, you have a few options for your next route:

• Take the VIA Metropolitan Transit bus route five from the bus stop at the far west end of Terminal B. The trip takes about 30 minutes and costs $1.30.
• Many downtown hotels offer free shuttle services from the airport directly to their lobby doors.
• Book your own private shuttle. This is a great option if many group members are on the same flight.
• Rent a car from the airport’s new state-of-the-art consolidated rental car facility or utilize rideshare apps and taxis.

The Best Ways to Get Around San Antonio

Downtown San Antonio offers easy walkability between meeting venues, restaurants, and attractions. Here are some great transportation options around the city depending on your group size and needs.

For Large Groups

• Book a charter with groups like Elegant Limousine & Charter or Star Shuttle & Charter.

For Small Groups

• Grab a ride in smaller group vehicles from zTrip or EGO Ride.

For Travel on a Budget

• Utilize transit options like the VIA bus or rent electric bikes from Bcycle.

For a Totally Unique Ride

• Hop aboard a GO RIO River Cruise or explore the city on a group ERYD Scooter rental.