Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport sits roughly 27 kilometers northwest of downtown Dallas, straddling the boundary between Dallas and Tarrant counties in north Texas. It serves as the primary international gateway for the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex and ranks among the busiest airports in the world by both passenger traffic and aircraft movements. The airport opened in 1974, replacing the older Greater Southwest International and Dallas Love Field as the region's main commercial hub.
Overview
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport sits roughly 27 kilometers northwest of downtown Dallas, straddling the boundary between Dallas and Tarrant counties in north Texas. It serves as the primary international gateway for the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex and ranks among the busiest airports in the world by both passenger traffic and aircraft movements. The airport opened in 1974, replacing the older Greater Southwest International and Dallas Love Field as the region's main commercial hub.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is most useful when its route network, ground transport and terminal setup match the trip you are taking. Before booking, compare the scheduled departure time with the airport location, connection window and any baggage or check-in requirements attached to your airline.
Airlines
DFW is the largest hub for American Airlines, whose corporate headquarters lies adjacent to the field, and the carrier accounts for the overwhelming majority of flights. Sister carrier American Eagle operates extensive regional service. Other significant operators include Spirit, Frontier, Delta, and United, alongside major international carriers such as British Airways, Lufthansa, Qantas, Qatar Airways, and Korean Air.
For any airport, the operating airline matters as much as the marketing airline shown in a search result. Codeshares, partner flights and regional affiliates can affect check-in desks, terminal use, baggage handling and support if a flight is delayed or changed.
Terminals and Transfers
The airport operates five terminals, labeled A, B, C, D, and E, arranged in a distinctive semicircular layout connected by the Skylink automated people mover. Terminal D primarily handles international arrivals and departures, while the others are largely domestic. Seven runways, oriented in parallel north–south configurations with two diagonal crosswind strips, support continuous 24-hour operations. Ongoing expansion projects include a planned sixth terminal, Terminal F.
Connections through DFW need more planning when flights are on separate tickets, when checked baggage is involved, or when the itinerary changes between domestic and international processing. Build a wider buffer if you need to collect bags, move between terminals or pass through security again.
Ground Transport and Trip Planning
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport ground transport should be planned around your arrival time, luggage and final destination. Public transport can be efficient where available, while taxis, rideshare and private transfers may be easier for late arrivals, families or travellers with multiple bags.
If you are choosing between airports or routes, compare DFW against the destinations currently tracked from this airport, including Denver, Los Angeles. The best itinerary is not always the cheapest one if it creates a difficult transfer, a tight connection or a long onward journey.
Practical guide
Using Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport without guesswork
Plan DFW around the terminal you use, the type of connection you are making and how predictable you need the trip into Dallas to be.
Confirm whether your flight uses a domestic, international or regional area at DFW. Airport layouts vary, and terminal assumptions are a common source of missed connections.
The airport operates five terminals, labeled A, B, C, D, and E, arranged in a distinctive semicircular layout connected by the Skylink automated people mover. Terminal D primarily handles international arrivals and depar
Leave extra time when changing terminals, travelling with checked luggage, or arriving during busy morning, evening, holiday or event periods.
Before you leave for DFW
- 1Confirm the terminal and operating airline before leaving for DFW.
- 2Check baggage cut-off times if you are travelling with checked luggage.
- 3Leave extra time for international processing or terminal changes.
- 4Compare ground transport options against traffic and arrival time.
- 5Recheck the flight status before travelling to the airport.
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Terminal and transfer notes
Confirm whether your flight uses a domestic, international or regional area at DFW. Airport layouts vary, and terminal assumptions are a common source of missed connections.
The airport operates five terminals, labeled A, B, C, D, and E, arranged in a distinctive semicircular layout connected by the Skylink automated people mover. Terminal D primarily handles international arrivals and depar
Leave extra time when changing terminals, travelling with checked luggage, or arriving during busy morning, evening, holiday or event periods.
For Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, the safest connection plan is based on the operating airline, the terminal shown on your booking and whether your baggage is checked through. If the itinerary uses separate tickets, choose a larger buffer.
Airlines
Airlines flying from DFW
Compare the carriers connected with DFW, including airline codes, operating brands and routes currently tracked from this airport.
Routes
Top routes from DFW
Use these route cards to scan popular destinations, estimated distance and flight time before checking live schedules and fares.
Official planning details
Transfers, fares, parking and passenger services at DFW
A source-linked planning layer for details that can change: terminal transfers, transport costs, parking, lounges and accessibility.
Terminal transfer links
TransfersDallas/Fort Worth International Airport transfer details can depend on airline, terminal, baggage handling and whether flights are booked on one ticket. Check the operating airline and airport website before relying on a tight connection at DFW.
Check airport transfer informationTransport fares and local access
FaresTransport costs to and from Dallas can vary by public transport, taxi, rideshare, private transfer, tolls and time of day. Confirm current fares before travelling, especially for late arrivals or peak periods.
Review transport informationParking and pre-booking
ParkingParking at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport may vary by terminal, short-stay area, long-stay area and online booking rules. Compare official parking options with drop-off, pick-up and ground transport before choosing how to reach the airport.
Review airport parking optionsLounges and eligibility
LoungesLounge availability at DFW depends on airline, cabin, alliance status, membership or paid-entry rules. Check the operating airline before travel because access rules and opening hours can change.
Check lounge informationAccessibility and assistance
AccessPassengers needing mobility, sensory, medical or other assistance should confirm airport facilities and arrange airline assistance before travel. Airline-provided help is usually requested through the airline or booking channel.
Review accessibility informationTerminal and parking maps
MapsMaps are useful for finding check-in areas, arrivals paths, parking locations and ground transport pick-up points at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Confirm the terminal before leaving for the airport.
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Useful cost notes
Prices can change, so use these notes to spot likely cost items before checking the official source.
Public transport, taxi, rideshare and private-transfer prices around DFW can change by time, distance, demand and local fees.
Parking prices often vary by car park, stay length and whether online pre-booking is available.
Seat selection, baggage, lounge access, tolls and late-night transport can change the real cost of a trip.
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FAQ
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is located in Dallas, United States (North America), at coordinates 32.900°, -97.040°.
- Its IATA code is DFW and its ICAO code is KDFW.
- Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport serves Dallas, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport operates on America/Chicago local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport sits at latitude 32.900° and longitude -97.040°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Carriers tracked on routes from DFW include American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Gulf Air, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, Silk Avia and 3 more.
- Tracked destinations from DFW include Denver and Los Angeles.
- Its address is 2400 Aviation Drive, DFW Airport, Texas, 75261, United States, the phone number is +1 972-973-3112, the official website is http://www.dfwairport.com/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in United States. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.