How much is a taxi from DFW to downtown Dallas?

Taxi fares: about $45–$65 to downtown Dallas. The ride takes 25–40 min depending on traffic.

Which airlines fly from DFW?

Airlines at DFW include American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Air Canada, Aeroméxico, British Airways, Lufthansa, Aer Lingus, Qantas, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Emirates, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines. It's not a complete list: smaller and seasonal airlines come and go, so check the airport's flight board for your route.

Can I leave DFW on a layover?

Yes, if you have at least 3 h 30 min: that covers getting out of the airport, the round trip to downtown Dallas, an hour there and getting back through security.

Are there lounges at DFW?

American Admirals Clubs and Flagship Lounges; Amex Centurion Lounge (Terminal D); Capital One Lounge (Terminal D).

Is there a hotel at DFW?

Grand Hyatt DFW, inside Terminal D; Hyatt Regency DFW, connected by Skylink; Minute Suites: nap rooms and showers by the hour.

How long do I need to connect at DFW?

We recommend at least 55 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal, and more for a terminal change or after an international arrival. Our DFW connection guide breaks it down step by step.

Where is the cheapest parking at DFW?

Remote North and Remote South lots, the cheapest. Rates change with demand, so check and book ahead on the airport's site.

Where do international flights arrive at DFW?

Arriving from abroad, you clear U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), collect your checked bags, drop them at the recheck belt and go through TSA security again before your connection. Most international flights arrive at Terminal D.

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DFW Airport guide

Q: Do I have to go through security again if I change terminals at DFW?

No. Skylink, a train inside security, links all five terminals in both directions, with trains every few minutes. You can change terminals without another TSA check.

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport has Terminals A, B, C, D and E. The quickest way from DFW to downtown Dallas is the DART Orange Line (about 50 minutes, about $3).

Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction

Transit to downtown Dallas

50 min

DART Orange Line, about $3

Taxi

25–40 min

about $45–$65 to downtown Dallas

Connecting here

55 min

Domestic to domestic, same terminal

Leave on a layover

3 h 30 min+

Layover you need to visit the city

Quick answer

The quickest way from DFW to downtown Dallas is the DART Orange Line (about 50 minutes, about $3). Connecting here, allow at least 55 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal. Airlines here include American, Delta, United, Alaska and Frontier.

Terminals: Terminals A, B, C, D and E
Taxi: 25–40 min, about $45–$65 to downtown Dallas
Connecting: At least 55 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal
Lounges: American Admirals Clubs and Flagship Lounges; Amex Centurion Lounge (Terminal D) and more
Hotel: Grand Hyatt DFW, inside Terminal D

Getting from DFW to downtown Dallas

Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.

DART Orange Lineto downtown Dallasabout 50 minabout $3
TEXRailto downtown Fort Worthabout 50 minabout $2.50
Taxi or rideshare25–40 minabout $45–$65 to downtown Dallas

Inside DFW

Terminals and connections

Skylink, a train inside security, links all five terminals in both directions, with trains every few minutes. You can change terminals without another TSA check.

How long a layover you need at DFW

Lounges

•American Admirals Clubs and Flagship Lounges
•Amex Centurion Lounge (Terminal D)
•Capital One Lounge (Terminal D)

Sleep, showers and hotels

•Grand Hyatt DFW, inside Terminal D
•Hyatt Regency DFW, connected by Skylink
•Minute Suites: nap rooms and showers by the hour

Parking at DFW

•Remote North and Remote South lots, the cheapest
•Express North and Express South lots
•Terminal garages, steps from check-in

Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check DFW's official site.

DFW tips

•American flies from most terminals, so terminal changes are common; Skylink makes them quick.

Can you leave DFW on a layover?

With at least 3 h 30 min between flights, yes. Here's where the time goes.

Off the plane and out of the airport20 min
To downtown Dallas and back, the fastest way50 min
Time in town worth the trip1 h
Back through security to your gate1 h
Layover you need3 h 30 min

Keep your bags checked through and carry your boarding pass for the next flight. On a long layover, a hotel day room or lounge can be a better use of the time than a rushed trip into town.

Airlines at DFW

Major airlines that fly from DFW (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.

American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Air Canada Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
Aeroméxico Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
British Airways Carry-on 56 × 45 × 25 cm Bag fees
Lufthansa Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
Aer Lingus Carry-on 55 × 40 × 24 cm Bag fees
Qantas Carry-on 56 × 36 × 23 cm Bag fees
Japan Airlines Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
Korean Air Carry-on 55 × 40 × 20 cm Bag fees
Emirates Carry-on 55 × 38 × 20 cm Bag fees
Qatar Airways Carry-on 50 × 37 × 25 cm Bag fees
Turkish Airlines Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees

DFW airport FAQ

The quickest option is the DART Orange Line to downtown Dallas: about 50 minutes for about $3. You can also take the TEXRail to downtown Fort Worth, about 50 minutes for about $2.50. A taxi takes 25–40 min (about $45–$65 to downtown Dallas).

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