Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is 3 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Dallas is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of San Francisco.
Flights from SFO to DFW start from 00:03 — the earliest with Frontier Airlines. The latest departure is at 23:59 with American Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 116 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to DFW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, so jetting off to Dallas (and then seeing more of United States!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is American Airlines.
With 79.1% of services arriving as planned, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SFO to DFW flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SFO and DFW:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Ontario International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
R 891 is the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 1,795. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book five months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SFO to DFW.
April is the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive on time at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Francisco International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DFW instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Europcar or Thrifty and explore beyond Dallas's main sights.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas
You'll find DFW at International Pkwy.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Dallas. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 3 hours 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
July is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Dallas in February.
The warmest month in Dallas is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to DFW in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Houston is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Dallas. Around 370 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
San Antonio is another essential stop in United States and is around 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas. No trip is complete without experiencing The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
