Flying from Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): What you need to know
Your boarding pass to adventure starts at Minneapolis's main airport, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Check out the options for booking a flight from Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) departing from this base.
The average time for a direct Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is located in Dallas. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Minneapolis.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the most popular route. There are 68 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Delta Air Lines at 9:06pm. Opt for the first MSP to DFW departure with American Airlines at 5am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Minneapolis to DFW. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You can find a direct flight from Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
At MSP, you'll find a good selection of carriers that offer direct flights from Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, including:
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with American Airlines between MSP and DFW.
Among carriers on this route, Delta Air Lines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Located around 21 kilometres from central Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% touch down on time at their destination.
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
About Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
If you have a late flight from Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near DFW:
Grab a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car and explore Dallas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Europcar and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Getting from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Dallas. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
R 968 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Return flights start at R 1,830. These fares may change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Minneapolis to DFW. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
July is when most people book flights from Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Plan your visit to Dallas in February for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Minneapolis to DFW plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Dallas, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Dallas
After booking your flight from Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dallas:
Meyerson Symphony Centre and Winspear Opera House are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Dallas to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Dallas Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
Dallas has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres south of Dallas, a visit to Austin will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown.
Around 306 kilometres east of Dallas, Shreveport is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Adventure Fun Park, Elvis Presley Statue and Lincoln Park.
