Cheapest airport near Austin
2 commercial airports fall within about 2 hours of Austin. The nearest one is rarely the cheapest one — a real answer depends on your specific route and travel date, since airfare and airport competition vary a lot by destination. Below is the honest starting point: drive time, parking, and hub size for each, all modeled estimates.
| Airport | Drive from downtown | Est. drive cost | Parking/day | Hub size | Low-cost carriers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUS — Austin-Bergstrom Intl | 8.1 mi / 12m | $1 | $14 | Large hub | Yes |
| SAT — San Antonio Intl | 79.1 mi / 1h 15m | $14 | $16 | Medium hub | Yes |
See it priced for a real route
Austin → New York (AUS→LGA)Austin → Houston (AUS→HOU)Austin → Dallas (AUS→DAL)Atlanta → Austin (ATL→AUS)Austin → Los Angeles (AUS→LAX)
Start a search — ground costs are modeled estimates (29 mpg, $3.35/gal, per-airport parking). Ranking is price/time only.