Dallas to Dallas-Fort Worth (DAL–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Dallas to Dallas-Fort Worth
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
143 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DAL and DFW, connecting options are available through 143 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DAL to DFW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
143
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
CDS ~2h 48m GRK ~3h 17m SWO ~3h 31m SAF ~3h 51m CRP ~4h 8m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
4,306
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
DAL → DFW
54%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
54%
Arriving
82%
Return
DFW → DAL
68%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
68%
Arriving
70%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DAL delays → DFW delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Dallas

Nearby airports with service to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
Metric DAL→DFW ACT→DFW TYR→DFW
Distance from DAL – 88 mi 91 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 3
Weekly flights 0 56 41
Departure OTP 54% – –
Waco (ACT) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights · Tyler (TYR) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights · Wichita Falls (SPS) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
Airports within 200 miles of DAL with service to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Dallas-Fort Worth is 0 hours the same as Dallas.
DAL: MDT · DFW: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dallas, it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Getting from DFW

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.

Dallas-Fort Worth Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

DAL–DFW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dallas to Dallas-Fort Worth route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections143 hubs
Origin: DAL
Full nameDallas Love Field
IATA / ICAODAL / KDAL
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr17.3M
Elevation487 ft / 148 m
Destination: DFW
Full nameDallas Fort Worth International Airport
IATA / ICAODFW / KDFW
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr87.8M
Elevation607 ft / 185 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DAL to DFW flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CDS, GRK, SWO, SAF, CRP, DSM, SUS, MHK, ROW, CHA, BMI, GUC, GPT, TEX, TLH, ASE, LEX, LUK, MTY, GDL, MSN, DAY, PDK, AVL, BRO, EGE, SCF, FAR, PVR, SJD, CLE, ORL, PIE, RIL, HDN, BUF, SFB, EYW, IDA, BZN, IAD, GRR, RIC, YYZ, GCM, PSP, NAS, SBA, OPF, BCT, JAC, TEB, NUQ, MRY, BFI, YUL, LIR, OAK, YVR, SJO, CUN, SRQ, SJU, SFO, PDX, BOS, ORD, PHL, HOU, ORF, RNO, AUS, TUL, AMA, SAT, OKC, MCI, BHM, CMH, ATL, MAF, MSY, MEM, LIT, MIA, LBB, SLC, STL, BNA, ABQ, LAX, IND, ECP, HRL, JAN, DEN, PHX, COS, ELP, OMA, TUS, LAS, VPS, TPA, PNS, SEA, SMF, JAX, SDF, SNA, FLL, TYS, SJC, MCO, SAN, PIT, RSW, MDW, BUR, ONT, DCA, LGA, RDU, BWI, SAV, CLT, MSP, PBI, CHS, MKE, XNA, BTR, CLL, DWH, IAH, AEX, AAO, MTJ, SGR, MYR, PLS, MQY and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from DFW to DAL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ACT, TYR and SPS. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

143 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via CDS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Waco (ACT), Tyler (TYR) and Wichita Falls (SPS).