Travelling from Orlando to Dallas: what you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Orlando's main airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB). Explore your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Dallas departing from either of these.
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) are the chief entry points to Dallas.
The average length of a direct Orlando to Dallas flight is 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Dallas is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Orlando.
The busiest route for flights from Orlando to Dallas is from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). There are 86 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MCO to DFW is the 05:00 American Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last scheduled departure is at 20:49 with Frontier Airlines.
Leave enough time to catch your Orlando to Dallas flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
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Flying from Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can find a direct flight from Orlando to Dallas taking off from Orlando International Airport (MCO). Board your plane at MCO and then make your arrival at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL).
Well-known carriers that offer direct Orlando to Dallas plane tickets from MCO include:
MCO is about 14 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Orlando to Dallas? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Orlando International Airport:
77% of flights that take off from Orlando International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
MCO's address is One Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The distance from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel near DFW if you're coming in on a late flight from Orlando to Dallas. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dallas Fort Worth International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Europcar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dallas and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) is around 6 kilometres from the centre of Dallas. Once you've hopped off your flight from Orlando to Dallas, it takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near DAL. Tuck yourself in after your Orlando to Dallas flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Thrifty or Dollar and set off in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from DAL three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Dallas Love Field Airport is 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Best time to go to Dallas
July is the busiest month for flights from Orlando to Dallas. To avoid the crowds, head to Dallas in March.
The warmest month in Dallas is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your Orlando to Dallas ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap flights from Orlando to Dallas around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dallas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dallas right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Orlando to Dallas:
Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Centre and Winspear Opera House are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Dallas itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Dallas Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Dallas, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 370 kilometres south to Houston to tick off its top sights. From Audrey Jones Beck Building at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston to Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 402 kilometres southwest of Dallas, San Antonio is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at San Antonio River Walk, Selena Quintanilla Mural and Historic Market Square.