Los Angeles International to Dallas/Fort Worth
1232 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 2h 53m with 8 airlines operating direct service from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW). Cheapest fares are usually in Jun (around $123 return), with peak prices in Jun (around $123). Departures on a Tuesday tend to undercut weekend prices on this corridor.
Flying from Los Angeles International
Los Angeles International spreads across nine terminals arranged in a U around the central hub, with the inter-terminal LAX-it shuttle and the new Automated People Mover (opening late 2026) connecting them. Metro Rail does not yet enter the airport directly — the K Line shuttle and FlyAway bus to Union Station are the rail-adjacent options. American, Delta, United, Southwest and Alaska all run major operations here; international long-haul fills T2 and the Tom Bradley International Terminal.
Arriving in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International is 17 miles northwest of downtown Dallas. DART's Orange Line runs from Terminal A directly to downtown in around 50 minutes for $2.50. Fares spike around the Texas State Fair (late September–October) and the Cotton Bowl. American Airlines hub presence keeps fares to DFW competitive year-round; January and August are typically the cheapest months for inbound leisure travellers.
Who flies LAX to DFW?
| Airline | IATA | Flight time | Cabin |
| American Airlines | AA | 2h 53m | Economy |
| Delta Air Lines | DL | 2h 53m | Economy |
| United Airlines | UA | 2h 53m | Economy |
| Southwest Airlines | WN | 2h 53m | Economy |
| Alaska Airlines | AS | 2h 53m | Economy |
| JetBlue Airways | B6 | 2h 53m | Economy |
| Spirit Airlines | NK | 2h 53m | Economy |
| Hawaiian Airlines | HA | 2h 53m | Economy |
8 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.
Best time to fly LAX→DFW
Synthesised from 12-month price aggregates. Cheapest months in green, peak in red.
Estimated baseline. Prices update on a 30-day cadence as Travelpayouts data refreshes. Cheapest day-of-week typically Tuesday.
Los Angeles to Dallas FAQs
Direct flights from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) take approximately 2h 53m for the 1232-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.
Jun is typically the cheapest month on this route, with one-way fares from $123. Jun is the peak — expect prices 2–3× higher. Book 4–8 weeks ahead for best fares; last-minute prices on this corridor rise sharply inside two weeks of departure.
8 carriers operate direct service from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW): American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and 3 more. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — American Airlines typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.
No — United States is domestic travel for US citizens. A US passport is not required for the 50 states, DC or US territories (Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands), though Real ID-compliant ID is required at TSA from May 2025.
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the primary international airport for Dallas. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.