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Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

Dallas-Fort Worth · United States

Updated Apr 20, 2026

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the primary international airport serving the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex in North Texas, Texas, United States. It is the second-largest airport by land area in the US, spanning 17,207 acres, and handles service to 269 destinations.[1]

DFW is located halfway between Dallas and Fort Worth, covering parts of Dallas and Tarrant counties. It features six terminals with 224 gates and is a major hub for American Airlines. The airport is the busiest in Texas for international traffic and the largest carbon-neutral airport in the world. It offers extensive nonstop service, more than any other North American airport as of 2023.[1]

Best time to visit

Spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) offer mild weather avoiding summer heat and winter chills.

Language

English

Currency

USD

Interesting facts

DFW owns 17,207 acres, making it the second-largest airport by land area in the United States after Denver International Airport.[1]
It has its own ZIP code (75261) and designation as 'DFW Airport, TX', with dedicated police, fire, and EMS services.[1]
DFW is the first airport in North America to achieve carbon-neutral status and serves 269 destinations (196 domestic, 73 international).[1]
The Skylink automated people mover connects the five terminal airsides with 10 stations over 4.81 miles of track.[5]
As of April 2023, DFW offers more nonstop destinations than any other airport in North America.[1]

Tips for travelers

Use the Skylink train to move between terminals airside; it replaced the older Airtrans system.[5]
International arrivals process through Terminal D; allow extra time for connections via skybridge to Terminal C.[2]
DART Orange Line connects Terminal A to Downtown Dallas; TEXRail at Terminal B links to Fort Worth.[3][6]
Plan for Terminal A or B for ground rail access upon arrival.
Skylink operates bi-directionally across terminals for quick intra-airport transfers.

Airport amenities

LoungesWiFiDining and shoppingSkylink trainDART and TEXRail stations