Travelling from Dallas to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is Dallas's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Dallas to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) taking off from here.
9 hours 10 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Dallas to London Heathrow Airport flight.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. The city operates on the UTC+0 timezone and is six hours ahead of Dallas.
With 34 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 3:05pm. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from DFW to LHR is with American Airlines at 10:59pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Dallas to LHR.
Getting on a plane during a peak time like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can hop on a direct flight from Dallas to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) leaving from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
When taking off from DFW, you can take a direct flight from Dallas to London Heathrow Airport with American Airlines.
American Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from DFW to LHR.
American Airlines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Dallas to LHR leaving from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Popular options include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Dallas, DFW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dallas to London Heathrow Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
72% of flights that leave from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Tick a new place off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Dallas to London Heathrow Airport, check out these options when taking off from Dallas Love Field:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
On public transport, you can travel from central Dallas to DAL in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 13 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Dallas Love Field the day before your Dallas to LHR flight:
Dallas Love Field has an on-time performance of 74%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find DAL at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you have a late flight from Dallas to London Heathrow Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week before your Dallas to London Heathrow Airport flight.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
Central London is around 24 kilometres from London Heathrow Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
$464 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Dallas to London Heathrow Airport. A return flight starts from $1,100. These prices can change depending on availability.
To score cheap flights from Dallas to LHR, book your plane ticket four months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring cheap Dallas to London Heathrow Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. January is the quietest month to go to London. July is when most people book flights from Dallas to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Dallas to LHR plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Dallas to London Heathrow Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Dallas to London Heathrow Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are essential stops on your London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to discover other corners of the United Kingdom. Journey about 257 kilometres northwest to Manchester to check off its top sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Birmingham is another must-experience destination in the United Kingdom and is around 153 kilometres northwest of London. No trip is complete without experiencing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.