Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Chicago and Dallas share the same timezone, UTC-6.
Take your pick of 135 weekly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport flights. The 05:00 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Spirit Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:27.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to DFW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, so jetting to Dallas (and then exploring more of the United States!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
United is the most punctual carrier offering ORD to DFW flights, with 74.65% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between ORD and DFW:
Oklahoma City Will Rogers World Airport
Springfield-Branson Rg Airport
Central Illinois Regional Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
At the moment, R 1,409 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,085. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from ORD to DFW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Of the flights that depart from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Chicago O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near ORD? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
If you're coming in on a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near DFW:
Pick up a Dallas Fort Worth International Airport rental car and discover Dallas and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Europcar and Thrifty are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Dallas. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Dallas in March.
Book your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Dallas during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to DFW in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Dallas, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 370 kilometres south to Houston to tick off its leading sights. From The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building to Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in the United States, head for San Antonio, about 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas. San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza are highlights.
