Cleveland to Dallas-Fort Worth (CLE–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CLE–DFW is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,020 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 117 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: CX, GF, JL, QF, QR | 57 | 738, B38M | 2h55-3h10 | Oneworld | CX, GF, JL, QF, QR | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 5 | 32N | 3h29 | – | Y4 | |
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Cleveland
| Metric | CLE→DFW | CAK→DFW | DTW→DFW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CLE | – | 40 mi | 95 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 18 |
| Weekly flights | 147 | 1 | 280 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 3h 15m | 2h 48m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
CLE: EDT · DFW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Cleveland, it's 5:00 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.
CLE–DFW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CLE to DFW
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines. With 147 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CLE to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CLE to DFW ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes to 3 hours 29 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,020 miles (1,642 km). There are approximately 147 weekly flights outbound and 110 return, totaling 257 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
117 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BTR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Akron (CAK), Detroit (DTW) and Pittsburgh (PIT).