Flying from Cleveland to Dallas: what you need to know
Start your trip at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE), the main airport in Cleveland. Search for flights from Cleveland to Dallas that leave from this terminal.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) are the chief entry points to Dallas.
Book a direct Cleveland to Dallas flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
Dallas's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Dallas one hour behind Cleveland.
With 31 weekly flights between the two airports, Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Cleveland to Dallas with American Airlines at 05:12. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from CLE to DFW is with American Airlines at 19:58.
To ensure you make your Cleveland to Dallas flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cleveland to Dallas
$122 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Cleveland to Dallas. A return flight starts from $277. These prices may change based on availability.
To score cheap Cleveland to Dallas flights, book your trip two months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on plane tickets from Cleveland to Dallas. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Flying from Cleveland
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
If you're after a direct flight from Cleveland to Dallas, you can depart from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE). Get from CLE to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in one continuous trip.
American Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct Cleveland to Dallas plane tickets leaving from CLE.
CLE is about 16 kilometres from central Cleveland. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Cleveland to Dallas, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, 76.58% arrive on time at their destination.
CLE is located at 5300 Riverside Drive.
Arriving in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cleveland to Dallas, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options 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 leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport around one week before your travel date.
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
The centre of Dallas is about 10 kilometres from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). After your flight from Cleveland to Dallas has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 50 minutes or so.
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Easirent, Thrifty and Dollar.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DAL can land you a better rate.
Dallas Love Field Airport can be found at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Best time to go to Dallas
July is the most popular month for flights from Cleveland to Dallas. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Dallas in February.
When booking your Cleveland to Dallas tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Dallas, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Cleveland to Dallas in January when temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Dallas
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dallas right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Cleveland to Dallas:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are major attractions which should be on every Dallas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Dallas, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 370 kilometres south to Houston to tick off its leading attractions. From The Houston Museum of Natural Science to The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas, San Antonio is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.