Flying from Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Dubai. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) taking off from here.
The average length of a direct Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport flight is 16 hours 5 minutes.
Dallas is ten hours behind Dubai. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is located in Dallas, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services every week. You can get from DXB to DFW on Emirates's 2:40am departure.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Dubai to DFW. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) can be booked from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport with Emirates. This top airline offers services from DXB.
Most passengers choose to fly with Emirates from DXB to DFW.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is Emirates. Its services arrive as scheduled 78.69% of the time.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Dubai to DFW that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DXB and DFW include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Dubai International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Dubai International Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is a great option between Al Maktoum International Airport and DFW.
On public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to DFW flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.
About Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DFW if you have a late flight from Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Select one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Getting from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas
From Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, central Dallas is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is R 8,754. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 12,287. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dubai to DFW. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
January is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Dallas based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Dallas is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your Dubai to DFW plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dallas
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dallas:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are essential stops on your Dallas itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Dallas, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel around 306 kilometres south to Austin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Texas State Capitol to Austin Museum of Art, Downtown and 360 Bridge, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the United States, head for Shreveport, roughly 306 kilometres east of Dallas. Adventure Fun Park, Elvis Presley Statue and Stage of the Stars Music Museum are highlights.