Dallas-Fort Worth to Tulsa (DFW–TUL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
DFW–TUL is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 237 miles in approximately 1h 11m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, AY, BA, GF, IB, QF, QR, RJ | 71 | 319, 738, B38M, CR9, E70, E75 | 0h57-1h24 | Oneworld | AS, AY, BA, GF, IB, QF, QR, RJ | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Tulsa from Dallas-Fort Worth
| Metric | DFW→TUL | DAL→TUL | FTW→TUL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DFW | – | 12 mi | 19 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 10 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 198 | 23 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 11m | 0h 38m | 0h 49m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DFW: CDT · TUL: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 6:00 PM in Tulsa.
DART Orange Line runs from downtown Dallas to Terminal A (50 min, $3). TEXRail serves Terminal B from Fort Worth ($2.50). No direct rail connects both cities to DFW; choose based on your origin. Ride-shares cost $25–45 from either city center.DFW's five terminals span 17,000 acres. The free Skylink people mover connects all terminals airside.
DFW–TUL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
DFW to Tulsa: Short-Hop Hub Connection
DFW-TUL is one of American Airlines' shortest hub spokes. American runs 5 to 7 daily nonstops on E175 regional jets. The 237-mile sector runs under an hour. The route competes directly with a 4-hour drive on US-75. Most passengers on this flight are connecting through DFW to American's broader network rather than traveling point-to-point between the two cities. Tulsa's energy sector, which includes Williams Companies, ONEOK, and Magellan Midstream, generates weekday business demand. Engineering and aerospace employers in Tulsa also contribute to corporate travel flows.
Market Alternatives
Southwest operates from Dallas Love Field (DAL) to Tulsa with 2 to 3 daily nonstops, providing a competing Dallas option. Love Field is closer to downtown Dallas and has a simpler terminal experience than DFW's sprawling layout. United also serves TUL with connections through Houston and Denver. For Tulsa passengers needing to reach Europe, Asia, or Latin America, American's DFW hub is the primary conduit. The short flight time means the E175's regional jet cabin is comfortable enough for the sector. First class on the E175 offers 2-1 seating with 38 inches of pitch. Tulsa International is a quiet, easy airport with fast processing and cheap parking.