Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.
Dallas is one hour behind Durham and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Flights from RDU to DFW start from 05:03 — the first with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 22:21 with Frontier Airlines. Overall, there are 61 weekly Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RDU to DFW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Dallas (and then exploring more of United States!) is a snap with American Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is American Airlines.
Frontier Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates RDU to DFW flights, with 76.92% of its services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between RDU and DFW:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Nashville International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
ج.م. 2,221 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight. Return flights start from ج.م. 4,442. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from RDU to DFW, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from RDU to DFW.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights leaving Raleigh-Durham International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of RDU.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near RDU:
Arriving at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DFW instead:
Grab a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car and explore Dallas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Europcar and Thrifty are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas
The street address for DFW is International Pkwy.
From Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, Dallas is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 3 hours 55 minutes.
When to fly to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Dallas. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport for August if you want to go to Dallas during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 41ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to DFW in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Dallas, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel around 370 kilometres south to Houston to check off its must-visit sights. From The Houston Museum of Natural Science to The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in United States, consider San Antonio, roughly 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas. The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral are key reasons to visit.
