Zacatecas to Dallas-Fort Worth (ZCL–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ZCL–DFW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 772 miles in approximately 2h 18m. Beyond nonstop, 7 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: QR | 14 | E70, E75 | 2h18-2h25 | – | Oneworld | QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Zacatecas
| Metric | ZCL→DFW | AGU→DFW | SLP→DFW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZCL | – | 86 mi | 120 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 28 | 22 |
| Flight time | 2h 18m | 2h 24m | 2h 4m |
Travel Essentials
ZCL: CST · DFW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Zacatecas, it's 7:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.
For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.
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.
ZCL–DFW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZCL to DFW
General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport (ZCL) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
ZCL to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZCL to DFW ranges from 2 hours 18 minutes to 2 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 772 miles (1,242 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 20 return, totaling 41 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via MTY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Aguascalientes (AGU), San Luis Potosí (SLP) and Durango (DGO).