San Jose to Dallas-Fort Worth (SJC–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SJC–DFW is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Finnair lead the route. The flight covers 1,436 miles in approximately 3h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 85 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 34 | 321, 738, 7M8 | 3h35-4h42 | Oneworld | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 21 | 321, 738 | 3h35-3h39 | Oneworld | – | |
| AY Finnair | 14 | 321, 738 | 3h35-3h39 | Oneworld | – | |
| BA British Airways | 14 | 738, 7M8 | 3h36-3h39 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from San Jose
| Metric | SJC→DFW | OAK→DFW | SFO→DFW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SJC | – | 29 mi | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 12 |
| Weekly flights | 84 | 1 | 249 |
| Flight time | 3h 35m | 3h 31m | 3h 26m |
| Departure OTP | 73% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SJC: PDT · DFW: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San Jose, it's 7:00 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.
SJC–DFW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SJC to DFW
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Finnair and British Airways. With 84 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SJC to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SJC to DFW ranges from 3 hours 35 minutes to 4 hours 42 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,436 miles (2,310 km). There are approximately 84 weekly flights outbound and 84 return, totaling 168 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
85 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via ADS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Oakland (OAK), San Francisco (SFO) and Monterey (MRY).