Travelling from Houston to Dallas Love Field (DAL): What you need to know
Start your adventure at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), the main airport in Houston. Search for flights from Houston to Dallas Love Field (DAL) that depart from this base.
Dallas Love Field is located in Dallas. The city's timezone is UTC-6 — the same as Houston.
To ensure you catch your flight from Houston to DAL, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more people on the move during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
IAH is about 40 kilometres from central Houston. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Dallas Love Field, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, data shows 79% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Thinking of flying out of Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)? Direct Houston to Dallas Love Field (DAL) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Southwest Airlines operates direct flights from Houston to DAL out of HOU. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
On the HOU to DAL route, Southwest Airlines is the top airline in terms of bookings.
The most punctual carrier is Southwest Airlines. Its Houston Hobby Airport to Dallas Love Field flights arrive as scheduled 77.56% of the time.
You can get to HOU from the centre of Houston in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to DAL flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 79%.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DAL if you have a late flight from Houston to Dallas Love Field. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Houston to Dallas Love Field flight.
You'll find DAL at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Getting from Dallas Love Field (DAL) to central Dallas
Central Dallas is around 13 kilometres from Dallas Love Field and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Dallas Love Field (DAL)
R 1,439 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Dallas Love Field. Return flights start from R 2,891. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Houston to DAL, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Dallas Love Field (DAL)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Houston to Dallas Love Field (DAL). July is when most people travel to Dallas. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in October.
The warmest month in Dallas is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your Houston to DAL plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Dallas Love Field around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dallas
After booking your flight from Houston to Dallas Love Field, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dallas:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are top attractions which should feature on every Dallas itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Dallas, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 306 kilometres south to Austin to check off its must-visit sights. From Texas State Capitol to Austin Museum of Art, Downtown and 360 Bridge, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in the United States, head for Shreveport, about 290 kilometres east of Dallas. Adventure Fun Park, Elvis Presley Statue and Stage of the Stars Music Museum are among its highlights.
