Traveling from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know
Your travel story starts at one of Dallas's main airports, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field (DAL). Explore your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) departing from either of these bases.
3 hours 20 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. The city is in the UTC-8 timezone and is two hours behind Dallas.
With 116 direct flights a week between the two airports, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route. Spirit Airlines operates the earliest flight at 5:25am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from DFW to LAX is with American Airlines at 10:45pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Dallas to LAX.
July is a peak travel month. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, be there 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)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Nonstop flights from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are available from here.
At DFW, there's a good selection of carriers that operate direct flights from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport, such as:
Most passengers choose to fly with American Airlines between DFW and LAX.
Delta is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
DFW is around 32 kilometers from central Dallas. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Dallas Fort Worth International Airport:
When it comes to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Consider starting your trip from Dallas Love Field (DAL). You can book a direct Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) plane ticket with departures from here.
From DAL, direct flights from Dallas to LAX are offered by Southwest Airlines.
On the DAL to LAX route, Southwest Airlines is the airline most travelers rely on.
With 72.75% of its services arriving as planned, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between Dallas Love Field and Los Angeles International Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Dallas to DAL in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 13 kilometers away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Dallas Love Field the day before your Dallas to LAX flight:
74% of flights out of Dallas Love Field arrive within the expected time frame.
The street address for DAL is 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Central Los Angeles is around 29 kilometers from Los Angeles International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Currently, AED 265 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 625. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dallas to LAX. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Los Angeles. July is when most people book flights from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Dallas to LAX plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport in February when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl are top sights which should feature on any good Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 177 kilometers southeast of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Bakersfield, roughly 161 kilometers north of Los Angeles. Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theater & Convention Center and Bakersfield Museum of Art are key highlights.