Travelling from Seattle to Dallas: what you need to know
Seattle's main airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Explore your options for leaving from this base when booking your flights from Seattle to Dallas.
The major gateways to Dallas are Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL).
Jump on a direct Seattle to Dallas flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours.
Dallas's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Dallas two hours ahead of Seattle.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 106 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Seattle to Dallas is with American Airlines at 23:59. Opt for the first SEA to DFW departure with American Airlines at 00:24 to maximise your time in Dallas.
To ensure you get on your Seattle to Dallas flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Dallas
Score cheap Seattle to Dallas flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Seattle to Dallas is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Start your trip at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), which has a range of direct flights from Seattle to Dallas. From SEA, you can fly nonstop to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL).
There are plenty of airlines that offer direct Seattle to Dallas plane tickets out of SEA. Take off with any of these:
SEA is about 18 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Seattle to Dallas? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Arriving in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Dallas. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DFW instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Europcar or Thrifty to explore Dallas and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
As soon as your flight from Seattle to Dallas has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Dallas is approximately 10 kilometres from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 50 minutes.
Easirent, Thrifty and Dollar make collecting a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DAL can get you a lower rate.
Dallas Love Field Airport is located at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Best time to go to Dallas
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Dallas. To skip the crowds, visit Dallas in February.
Lock in a Seattle to Dallas ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dallas to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Seattle to Dallas in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
More about Dallas
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dallas right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Seattle to Dallas:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are leading attractions which should be on every Dallas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Dallas is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 370 kilometres south of Dallas, a visit to Houston will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
If you're eager to discover another corner of United States, consider San Antonio, about 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas. The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral are the start of reasons to visit.