San Antonio to Lubbock flights
Lubbock lies 561 km (349 mi) north-west of San Antonio, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 28 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| San Antonio | Lubbock | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.5 million | 249,042 |
| Elevation | 202 m (663 ft) | 979 m (3,212 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | SAT, 12 km out | LBB, 10 km out |
| Postal codes | 78201–78299 | 79401–79499 |
Airports at each end
Leaving San Antonio
San Antonio is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is San Antonio International Airport (SAT), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,505 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Lubbock
Lubbock is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 11,500-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (regional) | LBB | 10 km (6 mi) | 11,500 ft | 3,282 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Lubbock from San Antonio?
561 km (349 mi) in a straight line, north-west of San Antonio.
How long does it take to get from San Antonio to Lubbock by air?
About 1 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between San Antonio and Lubbock?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Which airports are used for San Antonio to Lubbock flights?
Typically San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.