Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport.
The timezone in Dallas is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Durham.
Every week, there are four Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 06:40 Southwest Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 19:10 with Southwest Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to make your RDU to DAL flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Flying into Dallas (and then seeing more of the United States!) is a snap with Southwest Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Southwest Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating RDU to DAL flights is Southwest Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 77.33% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between RDU and DAL include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
St Louis Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
$170 is the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport flight. A return flight starts at $341. These prices can change depending on demand.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RDU to DAL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of all flights departing from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
Raleigh / Durham Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Durham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to RDU? If you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DAL instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Easirent, Thrifty or Dollar and see more of Dallas and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Dallas Love Field Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) to central Dallas
DAL is located at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Dallas Love Field Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Dallas. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Dallas based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Dallas is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to DAL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Dallas, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey about 370 kilometres south to Houston to check off its must-visit sights. From The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building to Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, head for San Antonio, roughly 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas. San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza are among its highlights.
