SAT to MIA Route Guide
San Antonio, United States → Miami, United States
Quick answer
KSAT (San Antonio, United States) to KMIA (Miami, United States) is a 991 NM (1,835 km / 1,140 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 99° (E). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 2h 37m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
991 NM
1,835 km / 1,140 mi
Initial Bearing
99° (E)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
2h 37m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
4,473 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
809 ft
KSAT
Arrival Elevation
8 ft
KMIA
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 991 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying SAT-MIA should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between SAT and MIA?
991 nautical miles (1,835 km / 1,140 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from San Antonio to Miami?
Approximately 2h 37m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly SAT-MIA?
Common types include Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL350 (35,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
99° true (E). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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