Waco to Dallas-Fort Worth (ACT–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ACT–DFW is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Gulf Air and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 90 miles in approximately 0h 56m. Beyond nonstop, 7 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 35 | CR7, E70, E75 | 0h56-1h07 | – | Oneworld | – |
| GF Gulf Air | 14 | CR7, E75 | 1h05-1h07 | – | – | – |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 7 | E70 | 0h56 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Waco
| Metric | ACT→DFW | GRK→DFW | CLL→DFW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ACT | – | 52 mi | 87 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 56 | 100 | 73 |
| Flight time | 0h 56m | 1h 2m | 1h 17m |
Travel Essentials
ACT: MDT · DFW: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Waco, it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
DART Orange Line runs to downtown Dallas (50 min, $3). TEXRail reaches downtown Fort Worth in 55 minutes ($2.50). Taxis and ride-shares cost $25–45 to either city center.Rental car facilities are at the south end. All terminals connect via the free Skylink train; this is an airside-only connection, so you must clear security first to use it.
Hot continental climate. Summers are intensely hot (35–40°C) with little rain. Winters are mild (3–12°C) but ice storms hit 2–3 times per year, causing major airport disruptions.
Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and tornado risk that regularly ground flights. Fall is the best travel window with moderate temperatures and low storm frequency.
ACT–DFW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ACT to DFW
Waco Regional Airport (ACT) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Gulf Air. With 56 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ACT to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ACT to DFW ranges from 0 hours 56 minutes to 1 hours 7 minutes. The route covers a distance of 90 miles (144 km). There are approximately 56 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 91 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via TUS. Nearby alternative airports include Fort Cavazos (GRK), College Station (CLL) and Austin (AUS).