Travelling from Dallas to Douala International Airport (DLA): What you need to know
Douala is seven hours ahead of Dallas. Douala International Airport is located in Douala, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Dallas to DLA.
July is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your travels. When searching for a cheap flight from Dallas to DLA, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Istanbul Airport (IST) is an option when departing from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
Travelling from central Dallas to DFW takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Dallas to Douala International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport:
72% of flights taking off from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
DAL is around 13 kilometres from central Dallas. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Dallas to DLA flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Dallas Love Field:
Dallas Love Field has an on-time performance of 74%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.
DAL is located at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Douala International Airport (DLA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dallas to Douala International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near DLA:
Getting from Douala International Airport (DLA) to central Douala
From Douala International Airport, central Douala is around 8 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Douala International Airport (DLA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Douala International Airport is RM3,140. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM6,144. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Dallas to DLA, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Dallas to Douala International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Dallas to DLA.
Save money on your flight from Dallas to Douala International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dallas to Douala International Airport (DLA)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Douala. November is when most people book flights from Dallas to Douala International Airport (DLA), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Dallas to DLA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Douala, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dallas to Douala International Airport in August when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Douala
Start your Douala trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dallas to Douala International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul, ILE DE MANOKA and La Nouvelle Liberte are must-visits when exploring Douala.
Explore more of Cameroon
Yaounde is just one of the many cities in Cameroon waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Douala. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Mvog-Betsi Botanical Zoological Garden, Mont MESSEBE and Independence Square.
Bamenda is another standout destination in Cameroon and is around 225 kilometres north of Douala. No journey is complete without a visit to St Joseph's Metropolitan Cathedral, Universal Amusement PARK and Sisia Waterfalls.
