San Antonio International Airport

Name

San Antonio International Airport

Legal name

San Antonio International Airport

Website

https://flysanantonio.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1915

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Airport Services

NAICS

Airport Operations (48811), Other Airport Operations (488119), Support Activities for Air Transportation (4881)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation Infrastructure Agencies (Public Airports, Airfield Ops, Ground Access) (BPAIALAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Airport Ground Transport Terminals (Rail/Bus/Coach) (THAIALAG), Airport Retail (Duty-Free & Specialty) (THABALAC)

Keywords

• Commercial airport services
• Aviation infrastructure
• Airport parking operations
• Passenger terminal services
• Airline landing facilities

Headquarters

HQ city

San Antonio

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Parking Operations: Parking revenue from long-term garage, short-term garage, economy lots, and valet services. Accounted for 39% of non-aeronautical revenue. Projected $67 million revenue increase over the next decade through Metropolis-powered dynamic pricing.
2. Aeronautical Revenue: Landing fees based on aircraft weight (ranging from $20 flat fee to $5.50 per 1,000 lbs for aircraft over 50,000 lbs), gate rentals, and terminal fees charged to airlines.
3. Concessions and Retail: Food, beverage, and retail concession revenue from terminal concessions, including approximately 41,000 sq ft of new concession space in Terminal C development.
4. Ground Transportation: Revenue from rental car facilities, ride share, taxi, and other ground transportation operations at the airport.
5. Advertising: Commercial advertising at the airport managed through Lamar Airport Advertising.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

San Antonio International Airport operates as a public-use commercial airport providing passenger aviation services, aircraft landing facilities, and terminal infrastructure to airlines and travelers. The airport generates revenue from aeronautical fees (landing fees, gate rentals, terminal fees), non-aeronautical sources (parking operations across six distinct facilities, concessions, ground transportation, and advertising), and ancillary services. It also manages Stinson Municipal Airport for general aviation and is executing a $2.5 billion ELEVATE/SAT Terminal Development Program adding a new 17-gate Terminal C.

Product overview

San Antonio International Airport operates as a multi-faceted transportation hub offering passenger aviation services, parking operations, and general aviation facilities. The airport's core passenger services include two existing terminals (A and B) with Terminal C under development, plus a Ground Load Facility. The parking ecosystem comprises six distinct products: Long-Term Garage, Short-Term Garage, Economy Green and Red Lots, Fly Away Valet, and Cell Phone Waiting Lot—all integrated with Metropolis AI-powered computer vision technology for ticketless entry/exit. Supporting services include SAT Pass visitor access, volunteer programs (Ambassador Program, VAP), and the youth-focused SAT Aviation Explorers program. The airport also manages Stinson Municipal Airport for general aviation. The $2.5 billion ELEVATE/SAT Terminal Development Program guides all major infrastructure expansion through 2040.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ELEVATE/SAT: The design and creation of an elevated airport experience representing the Terminal Development Program for San Antonio International Airport.
• Jett

Products and services

• Fly Away Valet Premium valet parking service located in Short-Term Garage Level 0, operating 24/7 with contactless ticketless transactions, luggage assistance, and secured covered vehicle storage. Rates: $15 for 0-3 hours, $20 for 3-6 hours, $33 for 6+ hours/overnight, plus $3.99 service fee and applicable taxes. Available to travelers seeking premium parking convenience.
• Long-Term Parking Garage Garage parking with 1,549 spaces available, providing covered parking close to terminals for travelers on extended stays. Operated with the Metropolis AI-powered ticketless entry/exit platform.
• Short-Term Parking Garage Garage parking with 138 spaces for quick pickups, drop-offs, and brief visits, also housing the Fly Away Valet service. Rate: $5 first hour, $4 each additional hour, with 3-hour maximum for pickup/dropoff up to $13.
• Economy Green Lot Economy parking lot offering budget-friendly parking options for travelers, with shuttle service to airport terminals.
• Economy Red Lot Economy parking lot providing affordable long-term parking with shuttle transportation to airport terminals.
• Cell Phone Waiting Lot Free 24/7 waiting area for drivers picking up arriving passengers, located one block off 410/Airport Blvd adjacent to QMart and Burger King, offering complimentary Wi-Fi.
• SAT Pass Visitor Pass Program Visitor pass program allowing non-travelers to access the secure area of the airport to greet arriving passengers or accompany departing guests.
• Stinson Municipal Airport General Aviation Services General aviation airport operated by City of San Antonio Aviation Department, featuring 5,000-ft and 4,128-ft runways, full-service FBO (Gate One AVFUEL) with Jet A and 100LL Avgas, aircraft maintenance, flight schools, and 380 acres with 121 based aircraft. Serves flight training, charter services, and private aircraft operations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Projected $67 million revenue increase from parking operations over next decade
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• MetropoliscoreTechnology or Integration · 18 November 2024Partnership to replace legacy parking systems with AI-powered computer vision technology. First U.S. airport to deploy Metropolis Recognition Platform, enabling ticketless entry/exit using license plate recognition, app-based reservations, and dynamic pricing. Implementation has generated projected $67 million revenue increase over next decade.
• Vector Airport Systems (PLANEPASS)coreTechnology or IntegrationManages billing and payments for landing fees and customs charges on behalf of SAT. Provides self-service portal for operators to view invoices, process payments, and manage accounts.
• Lamar Airport AdvertisingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorManages all commercial advertising at San Antonio International Airport, including billboards, digital displays, and advertising opportunities throughout terminal facilities.
• Gate One (AVFUEL)coreTechnology or IntegrationFixed Base Operator (FBO) at Stinson Municipal Airport providing aviation fuel (Jet A & 100LL Avgas), full service and 24-hour self-service fueling, aircraft maintenance, and pilot services.
• Greater: SATXcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional economic development organization partnering with SAT for air service development and regional growth initiatives.
• Visit San AntoniocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTourism marketing organization collaborating with SAT to promote San Antonio as a destination and drive visitor traffic.
• City of San Antonio Economic Development DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal economic development agency working with SAT on regional economic growth, business attraction, and workforce development.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA): Multi-jurisdictional authority operating Dulles and Reagan National airports with similar governance complexity, federal coordination, and focus on passenger experience modernization. Comparable as a public-sector airport operator with major capex programs.
• Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX): Large hub serving the Southwest U.S., operated by the City of Phoenix Aviation Department. Comparable to SAT in municipal ownership, multi-airline service, and ongoing terminal modernization with significant passenger throughput.
• Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): Nearby Texas airport operated by the City of Austin, sharing SAT's catchment area and competing for South Central Texas traffic. Highly comparable in scale, municipal governance, and ongoing terminal expansion program.
• Denver International Airport (DEN): Large hub airport operated by the City and County of Denver, recently completing a major terminal expansion program. Comparable to SAT in municipal governance structure, hub-scale passenger volumes, and phased multi-billion-dollar capital plan execution.
• Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): Largest hub airport in Texas and one of the largest in the U.S., operated by a municipal joint venture. Directly comparable to SAT as a large hub serving Texas air travel demand with similar airline mix, federal funding exposure, and terminal development programs.
• George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): Houston's primary commercial airport, also located in Texas and operated by the Houston Airport System. Comparable as a large hub with similar municipal ownership, international service via FIS, and active capital improvement programs.

Others

• Metropolis Technologies: AI computer vision parking platform provider and SAT's strategic technology partner. Listed as OTHERS because it is a vendor/enabler rather than a competitor, but is highly relevant for understanding the tech stack behind SAT's differentiated parking experience and projected $67M revenue uplift.

Broad incumbents

• Port Authority of New York and New Jersey: Bi-state authority operating JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, and Stewart airports. Comparable as a large public-sector airport operator with multi-airport portfolio, terminal redevelopment programs, and similar FAA grant capture capability.
• Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): World's busiest passenger airport, operated by the City of Atlanta's Department of Aviation. Comparable in municipal governance, scale of operations, federal regulatory environment, and ongoing capital improvement planning.

Regional players

• Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA): Non-share corporation operating Toronto Pearson International Airport, Canada's largest hub. Comparable as a publicly accountable airport authority managing large-scale terminal modernization, federal regulator relationships, and non-aeronautical revenue optimization.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/SATairport
• Facebookfacebook.com/SATairport
• Instagraminstagram.com/satairport

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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