Flying from Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by looking up the most convenient departure point for your flight from Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Explore your options for taking off from Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours. That's the average time for a direct Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is located in Dallas. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind Orlando.
The busiest route is from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), with 78 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from MCO to DFW is the 5am American Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 8:49pm with Frontier Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Orlando to DFW.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) depart from this terminal.
Pick from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport leaving from MCO. Get on board with any of these:
The top choice among passengers flying between MCO and DFW is American Airlines.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is Frontier Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 75.42% of the time.
The distance from central Orlando to MCO is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Orlando International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
78.28% of flights leaving from Orlando International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
MCO's address is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
You can reach SFB from the centre of Orlando in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Orlando to DFW flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Orlando Sanford International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.11%.
About Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Reserve a hotel near DFW if you're catching a late flight from Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Europcar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dallas and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
The address for DFW is 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.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is R 411. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 822. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Orlando to DFW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). July is when most people travel to Dallas. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in February.
Book a Orlando to DFW plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Dallas to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dallas
Start your Dallas trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Dallas when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Meyerson Symphony Centre followed by Winspear Opera House and 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 just waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres south of Dallas, a visit to Austin will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown.
Around 306 kilometres east of Dallas, Shreveport is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Adventure Fun Park, Elvis Presley Statue and Lincoln Park.