Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.
Dallas is two hours ahead of Los Angeles and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Flights from LAX to DFW start at 00:40 — the earliest with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 23:59 with American Airlines. Overall, there are 158 weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LAX to DFW flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport available through various airlines, flying to Dallas (and then other corners of United States) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
Most travellers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
Delta Air Lines is a leader in on-time performance for LAX to DFW flights, with 83.05% of services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LAX and DFW:
El Paso International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Tucson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Rs15,911 is the best price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs28,937. These prices can change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from LAX to DFW by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LAX to DFW by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from LAX land on schedule 81.05% of the time.
Los Angeles International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near LAX:
Arriving at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Consider staying in a hotel near DFW if you're catching a late Los Angeles International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Europcar or Thrifty and explore beyond Dallas's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas
The street address for DFW is International Pkwy.
From Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, Dallas is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 3 hours 55 minutes.
When to fly to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Dallas in February.
When booking your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Dallas, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 41ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LAX to DFW around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Houston is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Dallas. Around 370 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
Around 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas, San Antonio is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
