Flying from Dallas to London: what you need to know
Dallas's main base, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Dallas to London.
London has a number of airports you can fly into. Make your landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). Alternatively, touch down at London Luton Airport (LTN) or London City Airport (LCY).
Take a direct Dallas to London flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 10 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London five hours ahead of Dallas.
The most popular route for flights from Dallas to London is from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). You can select from 32 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from DFW to LHR is the 15:05 American Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final scheduled service is at 22:59 with American Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Dallas to London flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to London
Right now, RM863 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to London. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,901. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Dallas to London flights.
September is the best month for picking up a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Dallas to London. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Flying from Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can catch a direct flight from Dallas to London departing from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Begin your trip at DFW and come in for landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Look out for promotions with American Airlines. This airline offers direct Dallas to London plane tickets from DFW.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for Dallas to London flights departing from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
DFW is about 26 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Dallas to London or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.22% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dallas to London. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and find adventure across London and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your departure date.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of London. After your flight from Dallas to London, it takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 30 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Dallas to London, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to LGW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make collecting a London Gatwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from LGW three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is around 48 kilometres from central London. It takes about 1 hour to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Dallas to London.
The journey will take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you use public transport.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by choosing a hotel near STN after your Dallas to London flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:
Start your travels without worrying about how to get to your next stop with a Stansted Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted companies here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Plan ahead and pocket the savings. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Dallas to London for the best deals.
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month for flights from Dallas to London. To escape the crowds, go to London in February.
When booking your Dallas to London tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap flights from Dallas to London around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Dallas to London:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are highlights which should be on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced London. Around 161 kilometres to the north-west, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.