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San Antonio Tourism Statistics: Nearly 39.2M Visitors
San Antonio, in Texas, United States, recorded nearly 39.2 million visitors in 2024, Visit San Antonio reports. AirROI estimates 135,704 Airbnb stays in San Antonio in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was March, and the quietest was January.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 671,156
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 4.9 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- March
- From within the United States, among guests who left a review
- 88%
Key facts
San Antonio Tourism Facts
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Official
- Visit San Antonio puts San Antonio at nearly 39.2 million visitors in 2024.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in San Antonio at 135,704 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in San Antonio added up to 671,156 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in San Antonio lasted 4.9 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 28 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks March the busiest Airbnb month in San Antonio in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by June and September, with January the quietest.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb in San Antonio had no single high season in the 12 months to October 2026: the three busiest months were March, June and September.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in San Antonio in July were booked furthest ahead, about 38 days, against 23 days for January, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 88% of San Antonio Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United States, and Mexico at 7% were the top countries abroad.
- Among San Antonio Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, Houston was the top origin city at 7%, and San Antonio itself came second at 5.9%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks San Antonio 3rd for Airbnb stays among the 128 towns it lists in Texas in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit San Antonio?
Visit San Antonio counted nearly 39.2 million visitors in 2024.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearly 39.2 millionVisitors | Visitors to San Antonio | 2024 | Visit San Antonio |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in San Antonio
San Antonio had 5,462 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 135,704 stays and 671,156 nights. A typical stay lasted 4.9 nights and was booked about 28 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 5,462
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 135,704
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 671,156
- Typical stay
- 4.9 nights
- Booked ahead
- 28 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in San Antonio?
On Airbnb, March was the busiest month in San Antonio in the 12 months to October 2026, then June and September. January was the quietest. The busiest months do not sit together, so there is no single high season.
March ranks first, January last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: March, June, September, July, August, December, May, October, April, November, February, January.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| March | 9.5% | 26 days |
| June | 9.4% | 29 days |
| September | 8.8% | 30 days |
| July | 8.8% | 38 days |
| August | 8.7% | 24 days |
| December | 8.6% | 30 days |
| May | 8.4% | 28 days |
| October | 8.3% | 34 days |
| April | 7.9% | 32 days |
| November | 7.6% | 33 days |
| February | 7.3% | 27 days |
| January | 6.7% | 23 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do San Antonio Airbnb Guests Come From?
About nine in ten San Antonio Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United States (88%), and the top countries abroad were Mexico at 7%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Houston was the top origin city at 7%, and San Antonio itself came second at 5.9%. The figures rest on 423,416 reviews, written over many years.
88% from within the United States
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From within the United States 88%
- From abroad 12%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in San Antonio
How many tourists visit San Antonio?
San Antonio had nearly 39.2 million visitors in 2024, according to Visit San Antonio. AirROI estimates 135,704 Airbnb stays in San Antonio in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in San Antonio?
The busiest Airbnb month in San Antonio in the 12 months to October 2026 was March, then June and September.
What is the quietest month in San Antonio?
January was the quietest Airbnb month in San Antonio in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and February ranked 11th. Stays in January were booked about 23 days ahead, against 38 days for July.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in San Antonio?
A typical Airbnb stay in San Antonio lasted 4.9 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 28 days ahead. By month, stays ran from 3.9 nights in September to 5.6 nights in January.
Where do Airbnb guests in San Antonio come from?
Of San Antonio Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 88% were from within the United States, AirROI estimates. The top countries abroad were Mexico at 7%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Houston at 7%, and San Antonio itself came second at 5.9%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. Visit San Antonio counts visitors (nearly 39.2 million in 2024). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 135,704 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 135,704 stays at 4.95 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 423,416 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.