Flying from Seattle to Dallas: what you need to know
Get your trip started at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Look for flights from Seattle to Dallas that fly out of this base.
The major arrival points in Dallas are Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL).
Around 4 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Seattle to Dallas flight.
The timezone in Dallas is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Seattle.
The most popular route for flights from Seattle to Dallas is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). You can select from 106 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from SEA to DFW is the 00:13 American Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last available departure is at 23:59 with American Airlines.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Seattle to Dallas flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like spring break, Christmas and Thanksgiving) can add an hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Dallas
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Set off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and fly right through to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). If you're looking for a direct flight from Seattle to Dallas out of SEA, those are your arrival options.
Direct Seattle to Dallas plane tickets are available from a good range of airlines at SEA. Your nonstop flight awaits with one of these options:
SEA is about 18 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Dallas or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from SEA.
Arriving in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is approximately 26 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
Consider booking a hotel near DFW if you have a late flight from Seattle to Dallas. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Europcar or Thrifty to explore Dallas and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) is about 10 kilometres from central Dallas. Following your flight from Seattle to Dallas, it takes approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 50 minutes.
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Easirent, Thrifty and Dollar.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from DAL three weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
You'll find Dallas Love Field Airport at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Best time to go to Dallas
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Dallas. To skip the crowds, visit Dallas in February.
Lock in a Seattle to Dallas ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dallas to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Seattle to Dallas in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
More about Dallas
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Dallas, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dallas:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Dallas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Dallas is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 370 kilometres south of Dallas, a visit to Houston will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
If you're eager to discover another corner of United States, consider San Antonio, about 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas. The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral are the start of reasons to visit.