Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): what you need to know
3 hours 7 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Dallas is 2 hours ahead of San Diego and operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Flights from San Diego International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport start at 06:15 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last flight of the day is the 22:59 option with American Airlines. Overall, there are 88 services every week between SAN and DFW.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from San Diego International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between SAN and DFW are:
San Antonio International Airport
Tucson International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Diego International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is R 644. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,612. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from SAN to DFW by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from checking for cheap tickets from SAN to DFW every day.
Use filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Diego International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Travelling from central San Diego to San Diego International Airport takes approximately 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 9 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SAN? If you're on an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DFW if you have a late flight from San Diego International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas
From Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, Dallas is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 3 hours and 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Dallas. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Dallas is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 41ºC. Lock in your flights from San Diego International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SAN to DFW in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about Dallas
Start your Dallas trip right by finding a fantastic stay. Once you've booked your flight from SAN to DFW, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are essential stops on your Dallas itinerary.
Complete your Dallas trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Dallas stay.