Travelling from Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), there's a good range of airports you can start your trip from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are Vancouver's main options.
Jump on a direct Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is located in Dallas. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Vancouver.
The busiest route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), with 17 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from YVR to DFW is the 6am American Airlines option. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 11:59pm with American Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Vancouver to DFW, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Get to your destination in one go from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Direct flights from Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) operate from here.
When jetting out of YVR, you can catch a direct flight from Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport with American Airlines.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with American Airlines from YVR to DFW.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 74.36% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% land on time at their destination.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in around 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Vancouver to DFW flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Abbotsford Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
Flights that take off from YXX arrive at their destination as scheduled 67.97% of the time.
About Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near DFW instead:
Grab a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car and explore Dallas and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Europcar and Thrifty are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around one week before your Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight.
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Getting from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Dallas. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
At the moment, Rs31,983 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs54,107. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Visit Dallas in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Vancouver to DFW flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Dallas, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 41ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 16ºC.
More about Dallas
After booking your flight from Vancouver to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dallas:
Your Dallas visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you can't miss include Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
Dallas is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres south of Dallas, a visit to Austin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United States, head for Shreveport, about 306 kilometres east of Dallas. Adventure Fun Park, Elvis Presley Statue and Lincoln Park are the start of reasons to visit.
