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

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Dubuque to Dallas-Fort Worth
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 742 mi 2h 56m nonstop 6 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DBQ and DFW, connecting options are available through 6 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DBQ to DFW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Dubuque

Nearby airports with service to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
Metric DBQ→DFW CID→DFW MLI→DFW
Distance from DBQ – 63 mi 67 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5 2
Weekly flights 1 83 43
Flight time 2h 56m 2h 14m 2h 15m
Cedar Rapids (CID) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights · Moline (MLI) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights · Madison (MSN) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
Airports within 200 miles of DBQ 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 Dubuque.
DBQ: CDT · DFW: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dubuque, it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Distance & Flight Time
742 mi / 1,194 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 56m.
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

DBQ–DFW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dubuque to Dallas-Fort Worth route.
Route details
Distance742 mi / 1,194 km
Flight time2h 56m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections6 hubs
Origin: DBQ
Full nameDubuque Regional Airport
IATA / ICAODBQ / KDBQ
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation1,077 ft / 328 m
Destination: DFW
Full nameDallas Fort Worth International Airport
IATA / ICAODFW / KDFW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr87.8M
Elevation607 ft / 185 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DBQ to DFW flights.
Nonstop flights from Dubuque Regional Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport take approximately 2h 56m. The route covers 742 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from DBQ to DFW.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MSP, JAX, PIE, PHX, PBI and MIA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include CID, MLI and MSN. 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.

Flights from DBQ to DFW

Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DBQ to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DBQ to DFW ranges from 2 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 742 miles (1,194 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via MSP. Nearby alternative airports include Cedar Rapids (CID), Moline (MLI) and Madison (MSN).