Flying from Houston to Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the best place to catch your flight from Houston to Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). Explore your options for setting off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), two of the city's main airports.
Dallas's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Houston. Dallas Love Field Airport is located in Dallas.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Houston to DAL.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
IAH is around 17 miles from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Dallas Love Field Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, 78.42% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Looking to fly out of William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)? Direct Houston to Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) plane tickets can be booked from here.
You can board a direct flight from Houston to DAL with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the top airlines that operates this route out of HOU.
On the HOU to DAL route, Southwest Airlines is the airline most travelers rely on.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying from William P. Hobby Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport, with 79.88% of its services arriving as planned.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 12 miles away, and getting there by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Houston to DAL flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
Flights from William P. Hobby Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 81.06% of them arriving right on cue.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Have a late flight from Houston to Dallas Love Field Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near DAL and hit the pillow fast:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Thrifty or Dollar to explore Dallas and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around three weeks before your Houston to Dallas Love Field Airport flight.
You'll find DAL at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Getting from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) to central Dallas
Dallas Love Field Airport is about 6 miles from central Dallas. How long it'll take to get there by car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Traveling on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Right now, $60 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Dallas Love Field Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $118. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Houston to DAL, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Dallas. July is when most people book flights from Houston to Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Dallas is August, with temperatures ranging between 75ºF and 106ºF. Lock in your Houston to DAL plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to Dallas Love Field Airport in January when temperatures are between 34ºF and 61ºF.
More about Dallas
Start your Dallas trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Dallas Love Field Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Meyerson Symphony Center, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are essential stops on your Dallas itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Dallas has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 190 miles south of Dallas, a trip to Austin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown.
Around 180 miles east of Dallas, Shreveport is another favorite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Adventure Fun Park, Elvis Presley Statue and Lincoln Park.
