Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The official IATA code is DFW.
It is located in Texas, midway between the cities of Dallas and Fort Worth (spanning Grapevine, Euless, Irving, and Coppell).
The airport features five terminals: Terminal A, B, C, D, and E.
It covers approximately 27 square miles (17,207 acres / 69.6 km²), making it the second-largest airport by land area in the United States.
Yes, DFW Airport is larger in land area than the island of Manhattan (which is about 23 square miles).
It stands for Dallas/Fort Worth.
It has 5 active terminals.
Yes, they are two separate airports. Dallas Love Field (DAL) is smaller, closer to downtown Dallas, and serves primarily as a major hub for Southwest Airlines.
American Airlines is the primary carrier, but DFW is also served by major airlines such as Delta, United, Spirit, Frontier, British Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, and Emirates.
It is one of the busiest airports in the world, consistently ranking in the top 5 globally for both passenger traffic and total aircraft movements.
DFW has 7 operational runways.
You can use the free Skylink high-speed train system airside (after security) or the Terminal Link shuttle buses landside (before security).
You can relax in airline lounges, book a private room, enjoy spa treatments, practice yoga, or sample local Texas cuisine.
It officially opened for commercial service on January 13, 1974.
DFW serves over 80 million passengers per year.
The airport features over 170 gates across its five terminals.
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It is approximately 19 miles (30 km) northwest of downtown Dallas, which takes about 20–25 minutes by car under normal traffic conditions.
Dallas Love Field (DAL) is much closer, situated about 6 miles (10 km) from downtown.
Yes, the Grand Hyatt DFW is located inside Terminal D, and the Hyatt Regency DFW is adjacent to Terminal C.
Yes, free Wi-Fi is provided throughout all terminals under the network name "DFW Airport Wi-Fi".
It is recommended to arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights and 3 hours early for international flights.
You can take the TEXRail commuter train directly to downtown Fort Worth, or use rideshares/taxis.
In addition to the inside-terminal Hyatt hotels, there are numerous hotels located right outside the airport perimeter in Grapevine and Irving.
Yes, Duty-Free shops are located primarily in Terminal D, which handles international departures.
Yes, it has integrated stations for both the DART (to Dallas) and TEXRail (to Fort Worth) transit systems.
Most main TSA checkpoints open between 3:30 AM and 4:00 AM, depending on the terminal and daily flight schedules.
DFW offers non-stop flights to around 250 destinations worldwide (over 190 domestic and 60 international).
Yes, both the airside Skylink train and the landside Terminal Link shuttle bus are 100% free to use.
Parking options include Terminal Parking (closest to gates), Express Parking (covered/uncovered with shuttle), Remote Parking (budget option), and Valet Parking.
Yes, DFW is the largest hub for American Airlines, which accounts for the vast
Yes, private day-office/sleeping suites are available in Terminal A (Gate A39) and Terminal D (Gate D23).
Yes, private lactation suites and nursing rooms are available in every terminal.
Yes, there are designated pet relief areas both inside (post-security) and outside (pre-security) every terminal.
Yes, the American Express Centurion Lounge is located in Terminal D near Gate D12.
No, smoking (including e-cigarettes) is prohibited inside all facilities. It is only permitted in designated outdoor areas landside.
Due to TSA security regulations, there are currently no luggage storage lockers or holding facilities at DFW Airport.
The Skylink train is the fastest method, with an average travel time of 5 minutes between terminals.
Yes, TSA PreCheck dedicated lanes are available at checkpoints across all five terminals.
Yes, CLEAR expedited security lanes are operational at select checkpoints in Terminals E, B, C, and D.
Yes, foreign currency exchange kiosks (Travelex / ICE) are located throughout Terminal D.
Yes, designated quiet yoga spaces are located near Gate D40 and Gate B1.
Yes, the airport complex is open 24/7, though TSA checkpoints, shops, and restaurants operate on set daily schedules.
You can reach DFW customer service directly at +1 (972) 973-3112.
Walking between terminals is not recommended due to the vast distances; taking the Skylink train takes under 5–10 minutes.
Yes, EV charging stations are available in the Terminal Parking garages and valet areas.
Yes, drop-off valet parking is available at all terminal garages.
Yes, Terminal D houses a primary U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) inspection facility for international arrivals.
Yes, quiet seating areas with padded chairs and charging ports can be found in Terminals E and D. You could also book your pass now and rest in a peaceful lounge.
DFW handles an average of 1,800 to 2,000 aircraft operations per day.