Little Rock to Dallas-Fort Worth (LIT–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Little Rock to Dallas-Fort Worth
1 carrier, 289 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines
289 Flights/wk
304 mi
1h 27m nonstop
40 1-stop hubs
LIT–DFW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 304 miles in approximately 1h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 40 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop LIT–DFW service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| AA American Airlines Also: AS, AY, BA, GF, IB, JL, QF, QR | 101 | 319, CR7, CR9, E70, E75 | 1h27-1h36 | Oneworld | AS, AY, BA, GF, IB, JL, QF, QR |
Aircraft on this route
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AA (101 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, LIT to DFW direction.
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47
Nonstop flights
289
Outbound / wk
256
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LIT to DFW.
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40
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Two-Stop Connections
1,659
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.
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Little Rock
Nearby airports with service to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
| Metric | LIT→DFW | HOT→DFW | ELD→DFW |
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| Distance from LIT | – | 53 mi | 110 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 289 | 16 | 18 |
| Flight time | 1h 27m | 2h 4m | 1h 15m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Hot Springs (HOT) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights · El Dorado (ELD) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights · Greenville (GLH) to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
Airports within 200 miles of LIT with service to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
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Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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LIT: CDT · DFW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Little Rock, it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
LIT: CDT · DFW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Little Rock, it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Distance & Flight Time
304 mi / 489 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 27m to 1h 36m.
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.
Facts
LIT–DFW Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Little Rock to Dallas-Fort Worth route.
Route details
Distance304 mi / 489 km
Flight time1h 27m to 1h 36m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights289 out / 256 return
1-stop connections40 hubs
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about LIT to DFW flights.
Nonstop flights from Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport/Adams Field to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport take approximately 1h 27m to 1h 36m. The route covers 304 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: American Airlines. Plus 8 codeshare partners.
There are approximately 289 nonstop flights per week from LIT to DFW. The return direction has about 256 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ADS, OKC, MSY, BTR, MCI, DSI, BHM, STL, MAF, OMA, AUS, TYS, MDW, IND, JAX, SFB, MSP, HDN, PBI, PIE, MCO, IAD, ONT, BUR, RNO, OAK, PHX, IAH, MIA, LGA, ATL, DCA, BNA, VPS, ORD, DEN, HOU, CLT, SLC and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from DFW to LIT are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.
American Airlines is the only carrier operating nonstop LIT-DFW service. They run 4 to 5 daily frequencies using E175 or CRJ-900 regional jets operated by Envoy or PSA. Block time is about 1 hour 10 minutes. Southwest flies from Little Rock to Dallas Love Field instead, not DFW.
American regional flights from LIT typically arrive at Terminal B or E at DFW. DFW's Skylink train connects all five terminals airside, so you can reach any gate in about 10 to 15 minutes regardless of where you arrive. International connections depart from Terminal D.
The drive is about 320 miles on I-30 and takes roughly 5 hours. With airport time on both ends, the flight saves about 2 hours door-to-door. For point-to-point trips, driving is reasonable. For connections through DFW to other destinations, flying is the only practical option.
Clinton National Airport (LIT) is small and efficient. One hour before departure is sufficient for domestic flights. Security lines are rarely longer than 10 minutes. The airport has a single concourse with a compact gate area. TSA PreCheck is available. Parking is close to the terminal and costs about $10 per day in the economy lot.
Little Rock to DFW: Arkansas's Primary Hub Connection
LIT-DFW is Arkansas's most important hub spoke. American Airlines operates 4 to 5 daily nonstops on E175 and CRJ-900 regional jets. Block time is 1 hour 10 minutes for the 310-mile sector. The route exists largely as a feeder into DFW's network. Most passengers are connecting onward rather than ending their trip in Dallas. Little Rock is the capital of Arkansas and the state's largest city, but its O&D air market is modest. DFW gives Little Rock access to American's 200-plus destination network including Latin America, Europe, and transpacific routes.
Market Structure and Alternatives
American is the sole nonstop carrier on LIT-DFW, which reflects the route's hub-spoke economics. Southwest offers Little Rock passengers an alternative through Dallas Love Field, but Love Field's network is smaller than DFW's. The I-30 corridor between Little Rock and Dallas makes driving feasible for point-to-point trips at about 5 hours. Clinton National Airport is compact and easy to use, with short security lines and close-in parking. For Arkansas travelers headed beyond Dallas, the LIT-DFW flight is the primary gateway. Little Rock also has nonstop service to ATL, ORD, DEN, and CLT on other carriers, providing alternative hub connections for certain itineraries.