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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dallas Fort Worth International to Dayton International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Dayton.$635 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun, returning Sat, 27 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dayton International on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $635, select.
Dayton.$635 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr, returning Wed, 15 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dayton International on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $635, select.
Dayton.$637 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dayton International on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $637, select.
Dayton.$668 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dayton International on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $668, select.
Dayton.$700 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Tue, 3 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dayton International on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $700, select.
Dayton.$713 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dayton International on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $713, select.
Dayton.$881 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 May, returning Sun, 24 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dayton International on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $881, select.
Dayton.$1,221 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb, returning Sat, 28 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dayton International on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,221, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International to Dayton International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dallas Fort Worth International to Dayton International flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Dallas Fort Worth International to Dayton International: Alternative routes

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Dallas to Dayton: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$635
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week127

Finding cheap flights from Dallas Fort Worth International to Dayton International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dallas Fort Worth International to Dayton International is $635. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Dallas Fort Worth International to Dayton International.
PSA Airlines, American Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from Dallas Fort Worth International to Dayton International.
As of February 2026, there are 127 flights per week flying from Dallas Fort Worth International to Dayton International.
The cheapest month to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International to Dayton International is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Dayton International Airport on Wednesday, 8 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dayton International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dayton is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dayton International.

Travelling from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.

  • Flights from DFW to DAY start at 07:03 — the first with American Airlines. The last departure is at 20:49 with American Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 37 weekly Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport flights.

  • Your DFW to DAY flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • American Airlines is your gateway to exploring Dayton (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.

  • With 79.56% of services landing on schedule, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering DFW to DAY flights.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between DFW and DAY include:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • O'Hare International Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport flight is $369. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $635. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To secure cheap tickets from DFW to DAY, book your journey six months ahead of your departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from DFW to DAY.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • DFW's address is International Pkwy.

  • 73.22% of flights that leave from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport reach their destination on time.

  • Central Dallas to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The journey on public transport will take about 3 hours 55 minutes.

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Arriving at James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY)

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  • Pick up a James M. Cox Dayton International Airport rental car and discover Dayton and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Alamo and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport about one week before travelling.

Getting from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY) to central Dayton

  • The street address for DAY is Terminal Building.

  • From James M. Cox Dayton International Airport, Dayton is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.

When to fly to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Dayton in February.

  • When booking your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dayton, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DFW to DAY sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Chicago is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Dayton. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in United States, consider Columbus, roughly 105 kilometres east of Dayton. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are among the biggest draws.

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