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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dallas to Dayton International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $634. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Dayton.$634 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Fri, 10 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Dayton International on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $634, select.
Dayton.$681 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Love Field on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dayton International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Dallas Love Field.Price includes taxes and charges.From $681, select.
Dayton.$682 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug, returning Wed, 12 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dayton International on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Dallas Love Field.Price includes taxes and charges.From $682, select.
Dayton.$699 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun, returning Sun, 28 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Dayton International on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $699, select.
Dayton.$785 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Love Field on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dayton International on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Dallas Love Field.Price includes taxes and charges.From $785, select.
Dayton.$787 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Love Field on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dayton International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Dallas Love Field.Price includes taxes and charges.From $787, select.
Dayton.$787 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dayton International on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Dallas Love Field.Price includes taxes and charges.From $787, select.
Dayton.$787 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun, returning Fri, 3 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dallas Fort Worth International on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Dayton International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dayton International on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Dallas Fort Worth International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $787, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Dayton International

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

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$634
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlinePSA Airlines
Average flights per week126

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Dallas to Dayton International is $634. 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 28 minutes is the average flight time from Dallas to Dayton International.
PSA Airlines, American Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from Dallas to Dayton International.
As of June 2026, there are 126 flights per week flying from Dallas to Dayton International.
The cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Dayton International is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dallas to Dayton International Airport on Wednesday, 1 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 28 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Dayton International is Frontier Airlines .

Flying from Dallas to James M Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY): What you need to know

  • Kick off your travels at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), the main airport in Dallas. Search for flights from Dallas to James M Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY) that take off from this base.

  • Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Dallas to James M Cox Dayton International Airport flight.

  • Dayton is one hour ahead of Dallas. James M Cox Dayton International Airport is located in Dayton, which follows the UTC-5 timezone.

  • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to James M Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY) is the most popular route. There are 28 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with American Airlines at 8:40pm. Go for the first DFW to DAY departure with American Airlines at 7am if getting there sooner works for you.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Dallas to DAY.

  • Popular months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.

Airports in Dallas

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Dallas to James M Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY) operate out of this terminal.

  • When jetting out of DFW, you can catch a direct flight from Dallas to James M Cox Dayton International Airport with American Airlines.

  • The airline with the highest booking numbers between DFW and DAY is American Airlines.

  • The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is American Airlines. Its services land without delay 77.12% of the time.

  • The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dallas to James M Cox Dayton International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • 72% of flights departing from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • DFW's address is 2400 Aviation Dr.

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

About James M Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY)

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

  • Central Dayton is around 16 kilometres from James M Cox Dayton International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to James M Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY)

  • $352 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dallas to James M Cox Dayton International Airport. A return flight starts from $634. These fares can change based on availability.

  • To find cheap flights from Dallas to DAY, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.

  • Affordable Dallas to James M Cox Dayton International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Dallas to DAY by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dallas to James M Cox Dayton International Airport.

The best time to fly from Dallas to James M Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY)

  • November is when most people book flights from Dallas to James M Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY). Plan your visit to Dayton in January for a quieter experience.

  • Lock in a Dallas to DAY plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dayton to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Dallas to James M Cox Dayton International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Dayton

Explore more of the United States

  • Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Dayton. Around 105 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.

  • Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States and is around 161 kilometres west of Dayton. No journey is complete without experiencing Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

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