Direct (nonstop) flights from Philadelphia to Dallas

2 airlines fly nonstop from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW). It's 1,302 miles (2,096 km), about 3h 57m in the air. Operated by American Airlines, Frontier Airlines.

PHL
Philadelphia International Airport
🇺🇸 Philadelphia, USA
DFW
Dallas Fort Worth International
🇺🇸 Dallas, USA
Flight Time
3h 57m
Distance
1,302 mi
2,096 km
CO₂/pax
220 kg
−46 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
American Airlines +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
PHL → DFW
Flight Time
3h 57m
Distance
1,302 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
PHL → DFW
Flight Time
3h 57m
Distance
1,302 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Philadelphia to Dallas with one stop · direct emits 220 kg CO₂ per passenger

PHL LEX (Lexington) DFW
Leg 1: 1h 58m (519 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (785 mi) Total: ~4h 33m 🍃 266 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → LEX
1h 58m · 519 mi
View PHL to LEX flights →
Leg 2
LEX → DFW
2h 35m · 785 mi
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PHL BNA (Nashville) DFW
Leg 1: 2h 20m (674 mi) Leg 2: 2h 17m (631 mi) Total: ~4h 37m 🍃 267 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → BNA
2h 20m · 674 mi
View PHL to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → DFW
2h 17m · 631 mi
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PHL STL (Saint Louis) DFW
Leg 1: 2h 37m (813 mi) Leg 2: 2h 2m (549 mi) Total: ~4h 39m 🍃 278 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → STL
2h 37m · 813 mi
View PHL to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → DFW
2h 2m · 549 mi
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PHL PIT (Pittsburgh) DFW
Leg 1: 1h 25m (268 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,066 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 255 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → PIT
1h 25m · 268 mi
View PHL to PIT flights →
Leg 2
PIT → DFW
3h 15m · 1,066 mi
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PHL XNA (Bentonville) DFW
Leg 1: 3h 12m (1,066 mi) Leg 2: 1h 29m (280 mi) Total: ~4h 41m 🍃 257 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PHL → XNA
3h 12m · 1,066 mi
View PHL to XNA flights →
Leg 2
XNA → DFW
1h 29m · 280 mi
View XNA to DFW flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Philadelphia to Dallas?

A nonstop flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to Dallas (DFW) takes approximately 3 hours and 57 minutes. The distance is 1,302 miles (2,096 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Philadelphia to Dallas?

2 airlines: American Airlines, Frontier Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Dallas?

Yes. 2 airlines: American Airlines, Frontier Airlines.

How far is Philadelphia from Dallas?

The flight distance from Philadelphia to Dallas is 1,302 miles (2,096 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Philadelphia to Dallas?

At 3h 57m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Philadelphia to Dallas?

Roughly 220 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,100 km.

Is the return flight from Dallas to Philadelphia also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Dallas?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Philadelphia International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.