Flying from Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Dallas's main airports, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field (DAL). Explore your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) leaving from either of these.
Around 3 hours is the usual time it takes for a direct Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport flight.
Washington DC is one hour ahead of Dallas. Baltimore Washington International Airport is located in Washington DC, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
The busiest route is from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), with 21 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from DFW to BWI is the 6am Frontier Airlines service. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 9:11pm with Spirit Airlines.
Your flight from Dallas to BWI won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Fly without interruptions from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Direct flights from Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) operate from here.
Pick from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport departing from DFW. Head off on your trip with any of these:
American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from DFW to BWI.
Among carriers on this route, Frontier Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
DFW is about 32 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, 72% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
DFW's address is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Looking to fly out of Dallas Love Field (DAL)? Direct Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) plane tickets are available from here.
Get on your direct flight from Dallas to BWI with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of DAL.
On the DAL to BWI route, Southwest Airlines is the top airline in terms of bookings.
With 74.07% of services arriving as scheduled, Southwest Airlines is the top on-time carrier flying between Dallas Love Field and Baltimore Washington International Airport.
You can reach DAL from the centre of Dallas in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Dallas Love Field the day before your Dallas to BWI flight:
Dallas Love Field has an on-time performance of 74%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The address for DAL is 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near BWI instead:
For the best deal, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport flight.
Getting from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC
From Baltimore Washington International Airport, central Washington DC is around 48 kilometres away. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport is $72. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $178. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Dallas to BWI if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Be the first to know about deals for plane tickets from Dallas to BWI by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport.
The best time to fly from Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
July is when most people book flights from Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Visit Washington DC in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Dallas to BWI plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Washington DC
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Washington DC right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Dallas to Baltimore Washington International Airport:
Lincoln Memorial and The White House are a couple of big attractions to put on your Washington DC travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
Explore more of the United States
Washington DC has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. Around 153 kilometres northeast of Washington DC, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Virginia Beach is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres south of Washington DC. No journey is complete without a visit to Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.







