Travelling from Philadelphia to Dallas: what you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Philadelphia to Dallas. Explore the options for leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN), two of the city's main airports.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) are the major entry points to Dallas.
Jump on a direct Philadelphia to Dallas flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Dallas is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Philadelphia.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 63 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Philadelphia to Dallas is with American Airlines at 21:39. Opt for the first PHL to DFW departure operated by American Airlines at 05:00 to maximise your time in Dallas.
Give yourself enough time to make your Philadelphia to Dallas flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a peak month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Dallas
$108 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Dallas. A return flight starts at $211. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Begin your journey at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), which offers multiple direct flights from Philadelphia to Dallas. From PHL, you can fly without any stops to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL).
Top carriers that offer direct Philadelphia to Dallas plane tickets departing from PHL include:
Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Dallas? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
78.93% of flights leaving from Philadelphia International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The distance from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas is approximately 26 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Philadelphia to Dallas, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DFW:
Pick up a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car and discover Dallas and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Europcar and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport around one week in advance of your Philadelphia to Dallas flight.
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
The centre of Dallas is about 10 kilometres from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). As soon as your flight from Philadelphia to Dallas has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 50 minutes.
Easirent, Thrifty and Dollar make picking up a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at DAL can land you a better rate.
Dallas Love Field Airport is located at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Best time to go to Dallas
July is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia to Dallas. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Dallas in February.
The warmest month in Dallas is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your Philadelphia to Dallas ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Dallas in January when temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Dallas
Start your Dallas trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Dallas, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are major attractions which should feature on any good Dallas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Dallas, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel around 370 kilometres south to Houston to tick off its popular sights. From The Houston Museum of Natural Science to The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
San Antonio is another standout destination in United States and is around 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas. No journey is complete without dropping by The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.