SAT to DFW Route Guide
San Antonio, United States → Dallas, United States
Quick answer
KSAT (San Antonio, United States) to KDFW (Dallas, United States) is a 215 NM (398 km / 247 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 20° (NNE). Typical cruise altitude FL80, expected flight time 1h 47m, common aircraft: Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22.
Distance
215 NM
398 km / 247 mi
Initial Bearing
20° (NNE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL80
8,000 ft
Block Time
1h 47m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,145 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
809 ft
KSAT
Arrival Elevation
607 ft
KDFW
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 215 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Cessna 172
- Piper PA-28
- Cirrus SR22
- King Air 200
Weather considerations
Pilots flying SAT-DFW should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between SAT and DFW?
215 nautical miles (398 km / 247 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from San Antonio to Dallas?
Approximately 1h 47m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly SAT-DFW?
Common types include Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22, King Air 200 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL80 (8,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
20° true (NNE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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