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Link to DFW airport website
Link to aa.com DFW page
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Check-in times Link for current information.
In most locations, you must be checked in:
At least 45 minutes before scheduled departure, for flights within the United States
At least 60 minutes before scheduled departure, for flights to or from airports outside of the United States
If you’re beginning travel from any of several airports operating u Dee more restrictive check in times, follow the link above, as the check-in period is longer.
In most locations, you must be checked in:
At least 45 minutes before scheduled departure, for flights within the United States
At least 60 minutes before scheduled departure, for flights to or from airports outside of the United States
If you’re beginning travel from any of several airports operating u Dee more restrictive check in times, follow the link above, as the check-in period is longer.
Link to aa.com DFW page
General Information
Despite it's size and five terminals, DFW is a fairly easy airport to navigate and connect though. If you have any difficulty, look around for kiosks / booths staffed by volunteer Ambassadors - they can usually be spotted wearing "ten gallon" cowboy hats. They offer maps and terminal guides (which include dining and shopping information).
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DFW Ambasadors - look for the "Ask Me" button
Peculiarities: DFW can be severely affected by rare winter ice or snow, and summer thunderstorms. Lightning effectively shuts the flight line down. This is AA's prime hub; over 80% of aircraft movements here are AA, so knock-on effects during lengthy OSO / IROPS can manifest themselves systemwide.
Note: DFW Terminal Renewal and Improvement Program (TRIP): DFW is undergoing a fairly extensive terminals refurbishment program, and parts of terminals A, B and E have been under construction/ refurbishment, as are some parking garages, so changes in security screening, etc. are common. See here for further information and updates.
DFW all Terminals , SkyLink and DART Exit Map
Operating terminals and gates
AA operates flights out of terminals A, B, C, D; as of March 2016 AmericanEagle by ExpressJet use Terminal E with AA partner Alaska and others.
* may always be subject to change
DFW American Airlines Terminals Map:
Despite it's size and five terminals, DFW is a fairly easy airport to navigate and connect though. If you have any difficulty, look around for kiosks / booths staffed by volunteer Ambassadors - they can usually be spotted wearing "ten gallon" cowboy hats. They offer maps and terminal guides (which include dining and shopping information).
.. ..DFW Ambasadors - look for the "Ask Me" button
Peculiarities: DFW can be severely affected by rare winter ice or snow, and summer thunderstorms. Lightning effectively shuts the flight line down. This is AA's prime hub; over 80% of aircraft movements here are AA, so knock-on effects during lengthy OSO / IROPS can manifest themselves systemwide.
Note: DFW Terminal Renewal and Improvement Program (TRIP): DFW is undergoing a fairly extensive terminals refurbishment program, and parts of terminals A, B and E have been under construction/ refurbishment, as are some parking garages, so changes in security screening, etc. are common. See here for further information and updates.
DFW all Terminals , SkyLink and DART Exit Map
Operating terminals and gates
AA operates flights out of terminals A, B, C, D; as of March 2016 AmericanEagle by ExpressJet use Terminal E with AA partner Alaska and others.
- Terminal A is the ex-international terminal, used for domestic flights (see TRIP note)
- Terminal B is usually used for regional (American Eagle branded) flights (see TRIP note)
- Terminal C is usually used for domestic flights
- Terminal D is the current international terminal; most AA international flights depart here, as well as all partner and Lufthansa international flights.
- Terminal E is used by some AA regional and ExpressJet CRJ flights (E34-E38) as of 3 Mar 2016, AA partner Alaska (and others) (see TRIP note)
- Terminal "V" or VIRT means an actual gate has not been assigned yet
* may always be subject to change
DFW American Airlines Terminals Map:
Ticket Counters and Hours of Operation Link
Please use link to check today's hours; below accurate 8 Mar 2016
Terminal AA8 - A15: full service and self-service check-in, Daily: 4 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A16 - A23: full service and self-service check-in, Daily: 4:30 a.m. - 10:15 p.m.
Terminal BB6: Daily: 5 a.m. - 9 p.m.
B30: Daily: 5 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Terminal CC2 - C15: self-service check-in, Daily: 4 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.
C16 - C25: Full service and self-service check-in, Daily: 3 a.m. - 10:15 p.m.
C26 - C39: Self-service check-in, Daily: 4 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Terminal D D1 - D18: Self-service check-in, Daily: 4 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
D20 - D40: Full service and self-service check-in, Daily: 4 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Terminal E (American Eagle by ExpressJet CRJ flights) E34 – E38: Full service and self-service check-in, Daily: 5 a.m. – 9:45 p.m.
AA Headquarters CTO / City Ticketing Office 4333 Amon Carter Blvd? (at Sovereign Rd. across from USPS), Fort Worth, TX
Lobby, on left prior to security; free visitor parking. Weekdays, 10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Alternative for ticketing, voucher use, etc.
Please use link to check today's hours; below accurate 8 Mar 2016
Terminal AA8 - A15: full service and self-service check-in, Daily: 4 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A16 - A23: full service and self-service check-in, Daily: 4:30 a.m. - 10:15 p.m.
Terminal BB6: Daily: 5 a.m. - 9 p.m.
B30: Daily: 5 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Terminal CC2 - C15: self-service check-in, Daily: 4 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.
C16 - C25: Full service and self-service check-in, Daily: 3 a.m. - 10:15 p.m.
C26 - C39: Self-service check-in, Daily: 4 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Terminal D D1 - D18: Self-service check-in, Daily: 4 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
D20 - D40: Full service and self-service check-in, Daily: 4 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Terminal E (American Eagle by ExpressJet CRJ flights) E34 – E38: Full service and self-service check-in, Daily: 5 a.m. – 9:45 p.m.
AA Headquarters CTO / City Ticketing Office 4333 Amon Carter Blvd? (at Sovereign Rd. across from USPS), Fort Worth, TX
Lobby, on left prior to security; free visitor parking. Weekdays, 10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Alternative for ticketing, voucher use, etc.
Check-in and ticketing at DFW and check in times Link
Flagship Check-in: NO
Minimum time for checking in and arriving at the gate
To better ensure an on-time departure, our goal is to close the jetbridge door 10 minutes before departure time. This allows all customers to board and stow their belongings. (AA may release your seat if you show up at your gates less than fifteen minutes prior to scheduled departure.)
To retain your pre-reserved seat on a confirmed flight, make sure to follow the minimum check in and gate arrival times.*
For flights within and between the U.S., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands:
For flights originating outside the U.S. or flights departing the U.S. for an international destination:
Minimum time to check baggage
To help us get your bag on the same flight with you, present your bag to an airline representative for check-in no later than the cutoff time.
For flights within and between the U.S., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands:Check bags at least 45 minutes prior to scheduled departure at DFW
For flights departing the U.S. for an international destination:Check bags at least 60 minutes prior to scheduled departure
Time to baggage delivery: minimum 20 minutes
Flagship Check-in: NO
Minimum time for checking in and arriving at the gate
To better ensure an on-time departure, our goal is to close the jetbridge door 10 minutes before departure time. This allows all customers to board and stow their belongings. (AA may release your seat if you show up at your gates less than fifteen minutes prior to scheduled departure.)
To retain your pre-reserved seat on a confirmed flight, make sure to follow the minimum check in and gate arrival times.*
For flights within and between the U.S., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands:
- Minimum check-in is at least 30 minutes before scheduled departure in most locations
- Arrive at the gate and be ready to board at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure; gates close 10minutes prior to departure. Early boarding and departure are not unknown.
For flights originating outside the U.S. or flights departing the U.S. for an international destination:
- Minimum check-in is at least 60 minutes before scheduled departure except in Buenos Aires, Dublin and Maracaibo, Venezuela
- Arrive at the gate and be ready to board at least 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure Upgrades May be cleared prior to announced boarding times, regardless of your position on the list.
Minimum time to check baggage
To help us get your bag on the same flight with you, present your bag to an airline representative for check-in no later than the cutoff time.
For flights within and between the U.S., Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands:Check bags at least 45 minutes prior to scheduled departure at DFW
For flights departing the U.S. for an international destination:Check bags at least 60 minutes prior to scheduled departure
Time to baggage delivery: minimum 20 minutes
Getting from concourse to concourse
Landside, one can use the terminal link blue and green vans (see below), but it's faster and easier to use Sky Link.
Airside elevated bidirectional Sky Link is the easiest way to get around
Station escalator/elevator locations:
Walking between terminals
There is no need to leave the secure area to move from one concourse to another. *Exceptions are arriving international flights. In such case one must normally clear immigration and customs, reclaim bags and proceed through security.
Landside free interterminal transportation
Terminal Link's blue and greens vans arrive every 10 minutes and will transfer you between all terminals once outside of security.
Two easy-to-locate green pick-up/drop-off areas are located outside baggage claim areas of each terminal. Follow the Terminal Link signs to reach the nearest pick-up/drop-off area:Terminal AEntry A10 serving Gates A1-18
Entry A24 serving Gates A18-39
Terminal B Entry B12 serving Gates B12-B25
Entry B25 serving Gates B25-B49
Terminal C Entry C12 serving Gates 1-14
Entry C24 serving Gates 15-25
Terminal D Entry atLower Level D17 serving Gates D1-D22
Entry at Lower Level D24 serving Gates D23-D40
Terminal E Entry at E7 serving Gates E1-E10
Entry E31 serving Gates E31-34 (American Eagle by ExpressJet)
Landside, one can use the terminal link blue and green vans (see below), but it's faster and easier to use Sky Link.
Airside elevated bidirectional Sky Link is the easiest way to get around
- bi-directional system connects all five terminals and is the shortest route to your stop while inside of security.
- Free service
- Trains arrive every two minutes
- Average ride time of five minutes
- Maximum ride time of nine minutes between farthest points
- Easy access to other terminals’ shops and restaurants
Station escalator/elevator locations:
- Terminal A: Between A13 and A16 and between A29 and A34
- Terminal B: Between B9 and B12 and between B28 and B31
- Terminal C: Between C8 and C12 and between C27 and C32
- Terminal D: Between D11 and D20 and between D24 and D34
- Terminal E: Between E8 and E11 and between E31 and E32
Walking between terminals
- Terminals A-C and B-D (international) are connected at the ends by departures level walkways; the people mover belts on these walkways have been out of service at least for years. Estimate at least a five to ten minute walk between A and C, B and D, more if gates are farther from the connector.
- Terminals A and B are connected by overhead walkways (escalator or lift / elevator). This walkway is serviced by working people mover belts, all of which are out of service as of 7/18/19. Courtesy carts use this route by using lifts.
- Terminals C and D (international) are connected by overhead walkways (escalator or lift / elevator). This walkway is serviced by working people mover belts.
There is no need to leave the secure area to move from one concourse to another. *Exceptions are arriving international flights. In such case one must normally clear immigration and customs, reclaim bags and proceed through security.
Landside free interterminal transportation
Terminal Link's blue and greens vans arrive every 10 minutes and will transfer you between all terminals once outside of security.
- Free service
- No ticket or pass of any kind is needed to board
- Service available between 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
- To request van pick-up between the hours of midnight and 5 a.m., call 972 574 LINK (5465)
- All vans are wheelchair accessible
Two easy-to-locate green pick-up/drop-off areas are located outside baggage claim areas of each terminal. Follow the Terminal Link signs to reach the nearest pick-up/drop-off area:Terminal AEntry A10 serving Gates A1-18
Entry A24 serving Gates A18-39
Terminal B Entry B12 serving Gates B12-B25
Entry B25 serving Gates B25-B49
Terminal C Entry C12 serving Gates 1-14
Entry C24 serving Gates 15-25
Terminal D Entry atLower Level D17 serving Gates D1-D22
Entry at Lower Level D24 serving Gates D23-D40
Terminal E Entry at E7 serving Gates E1-E10
Entry E31 serving Gates E31-34 (American Eagle by ExpressJet)
Security at DFW
Link to DFW Airport Security information (including checkpoints and hours)
Note: coming out from immigration and customs, you may find yourself near the D22 and possible lengthy queues through TSA security. As swag says in a post, "D has multiple checkpoints, all easily walkable, and any ticketed passenger can use any one of them. If you find yourself facing a long line at D22, it may be worthwhile to walk down to D18 or D30."
Note: D22 has PreCheck but may be closed; D30 PreCheck is open most of the time.
Link to AA Flyer Guide wiki DFW Security
Priority Access lines available at Terminals A, C and D.
PreCheck lines are available at A20, C20, D22, D30 and E18; none at Terminal B.
Link to DFW Airport Security information (including checkpoints and hours)
Note: coming out from immigration and customs, you may find yourself near the D22 and possible lengthy queues through TSA security. As swag says in a post, "D has multiple checkpoints, all easily walkable, and any ticketed passenger can use any one of them. If you find yourself facing a long line at D22, it may be worthwhile to walk down to D18 or D30."
Note: D22 has PreCheck but may be closed; D30 PreCheck is open most of the time.
Link to AA Flyer Guide wiki DFW Security
Priority Access lines available at Terminals A, C and D.
PreCheck lines are available at A20, C20, D22, D30 and E18; none at Terminal B.
MCT: Minimum and reasonable connection times at DFW
Q. What is the Domestic to Domestic or Domestic to International Minimum Connection Time (MCT)?
The MCT for Domestic to Domestic or Domestic to International is 40 mins.
There are other MCT's for specific connections including:
-Connections from Terminal E to Terminal E 30 mins
-Connections to/from ERD/ER4 aircraft 50 mins
-Connections to/from Terminal E to other Terminals 50 mins
-Connections from a US Pre-Clearance airport 60 mins
Q . What is the MCT for International to Domestic?
The MCT for International to Domestic is 80 mins, or 85 mins if arriving off a widebody aircraft. 85 mins is applicable for most all long haul destinations in Europe, Asia, South America, etc.
There are other MCT's for specific connections including:
-Connections to Terminal E 90 mins
-Connections to/from ERD/ER4 aircraft 90 mins
Q. If I am making an international to international connection, what is the process?
There is no international transit process in most U.S.A. airports, but (DFW and MIA have a ITI baggage exception for international to international if arriving from some "approved" international origins). Arriving internationally, unless you have been pre-cleared or are excused by meeting ITI requirements as described here, you must proceed through U. S. immigration (there are kiosks and a fast channel for Global Entry approved passengers, and a "green line" for those with no checked bags), recover your baggage from the baggage carousel and proceed through U. S. Customs. There is a "green line" shortcut for passengers traveling only with carry-on baggage (no checked luggage) and there are Global Entry kiosks and a short cut to Global Entry queues.
Upon exiting Customs there is a bag drop facility; drop your checked connecting baggage, exit to the landside arrivals area.
NOTE: if your connection exceeds 11 hours or entails remaining overnight, you will normally be required to take your baggage with you and re-check it within ~four hours of departure.
NOTE: Any liquids in excess of security allowance will have to either be packed in checked baggage or, in the case of duty free purchases at your origin (or in air from other airlines), presented in STEB (Secure, Tamper Evident Bags) with receipts to TSA
Proceed to the kiosks to get boarding passes for your ongoing travel, or check in and re-check your baggage, then proceed through TSA security to airside (see the "DFW Security" section). Your international departure will be from Terminal D, also your international arrival terminal.
See DFW / Dallas Ft. Worth Connection & Times - Domestic & International (consolidated)
Q. What is the Domestic to Domestic or Domestic to International Minimum Connection Time (MCT)?
The MCT for Domestic to Domestic or Domestic to International is 40 mins.
There are other MCT's for specific connections including:
-Connections from Terminal E to Terminal E 30 mins
-Connections to/from ERD/ER4 aircraft 50 mins
-Connections to/from Terminal E to other Terminals 50 mins
-Connections from a US Pre-Clearance airport 60 mins
Q . What is the MCT for International to Domestic?
The MCT for International to Domestic is 80 mins, or 85 mins if arriving off a widebody aircraft. 85 mins is applicable for most all long haul destinations in Europe, Asia, South America, etc.
There are other MCT's for specific connections including:
-Connections to Terminal E 90 mins
-Connections to/from ERD/ER4 aircraft 90 mins
Q. If I am making an international to international connection, what is the process?
There is no international transit process in most U.S.A. airports, but (DFW and MIA have a ITI baggage exception for international to international if arriving from some "approved" international origins). Arriving internationally, unless you have been pre-cleared or are excused by meeting ITI requirements as described here, you must proceed through U. S. immigration (there are kiosks and a fast channel for Global Entry approved passengers, and a "green line" for those with no checked bags), recover your baggage from the baggage carousel and proceed through U. S. Customs. There is a "green line" shortcut for passengers traveling only with carry-on baggage (no checked luggage) and there are Global Entry kiosks and a short cut to Global Entry queues.
Upon exiting Customs there is a bag drop facility; drop your checked connecting baggage, exit to the landside arrivals area.
NOTE: if your connection exceeds 11 hours or entails remaining overnight, you will normally be required to take your baggage with you and re-check it within ~four hours of departure.
NOTE: Any liquids in excess of security allowance will have to either be packed in checked baggage or, in the case of duty free purchases at your origin (or in air from other airlines), presented in STEB (Secure, Tamper Evident Bags) with receipts to TSA
Proceed to the kiosks to get boarding passes for your ongoing travel, or check in and re-check your baggage, then proceed through TSA security to airside (see the "DFW Security" section). Your international departure will be from Terminal D, also your international arrival terminal.
See DFW / Dallas Ft. Worth Connection & Times - Domestic & International (consolidated)
DFW dining, services and shopping
Lounges: please see the Lounge Dashboard "sticky" for further lounges information at DFW
Admirals Clubs and Lounges:
Dining, Shopping Link to DFW services, dining guide and interactive map
See here for shopping and dining changes.
AA Employee Store: Link: (open to the public) Shop for AA ware, baggage, memorabilia, etc. at Gate C-2
Currency exchange: Travelex at D11, D22 (Outside Security), D24, D36, E8, Intl Re-Check.
WiFi / wireless service: Free AT&T Wireless Hot Spot throughout airport
Device Power Charging: DFW Airport Travel Lounge - B28, C8, C27, E8
Free Power Stations - A10, C6, C20, C27, C35, D21, D23, D30, D40, E10, E37 (also see DFW Travel Lounges above)
Guest Services Center - B14
Disabled and VIP Services
For disability assistance contact AA Special Assistance services (no fee) (link)
For VIP gate to gate connections (fee), see AA Five Star Service (link)
Smoking: No smoking in terminalsTerminal A Admirals Club and D Club smoking rooms are closed)
Rental cars: The Rental Car Center is located at 2424 E. 38th St, DFW Airport, TX, near the south entrance of the Airport and is served by 10 companies. Link. Arriving Passengers: After collecting your baggage, follow the Rental Car signs to the designated pick-up area on the lower level of the terminal. From there, board the Rental Car shuttle bus. Buses run 24 hours a day, depart (theoretically) every five minutes and reach the Rental Car Center in approximately 10 minutes.
Departing Passengers: Before your departing flight, please return your vehicle at the Rental Car Center. For transportation from the facility to your terminal, board the Rental Car Shuttle. The Rental Car Shuttle runs 24 hours a day and departs every five minutes from the facility.
Animal Relief Areas: (all land side)Terminal A: Lower level grassy areas.
Terminal B: Lower level grassy areas.
Terminal C: Lower level grassy areas.
Terminal D: Lower level, outside the D30/D31 baggage claim area by the parking garage and at D18.
Terminal E: Lower level grassy areas.
Lounges: please see the Lounge Dashboard "sticky" for further lounges information at DFW
Admirals Clubs and Lounges:
- Terminal A: Admirals Club across from gate A-24
- Terminal B: Admirals Club Service Center across from gates B-5 and -6
- Terminal C: Admirals Club across from gates C-19 and -20
- Terminal D: Admirals Club, and coming Premium lounge near gate D-23;NOTE: offers new Flagship Dining
- American Express Centurion Lounge take lift opposite gate D-17
- BA, LH, QF and QR have their own lounges between D-21 and D-22
- The Club at DFW (Pay, Diners, Priority Pass) between D-21 and D-22
- Terminal E: Delta Sky Club
- DFW Airport Travel Lounges are free, offer warm lighting, comfortable lounge and workstation seating, and power outlets at every seat; near gates A29, B8, B28, C8, C27, E8, E31
Dining, Shopping Link to DFW services, dining guide and interactive map
See here for shopping and dining changes.
AA Employee Store: Link: (open to the public) Shop for AA ware, baggage, memorabilia, etc. at Gate C-2
Currency exchange: Travelex at D11, D22 (Outside Security), D24, D36, E8, Intl Re-Check.
WiFi / wireless service: Free AT&T Wireless Hot Spot throughout airport
Device Power Charging: DFW Airport Travel Lounge - B28, C8, C27, E8
Free Power Stations - A10, C6, C20, C27, C35, D21, D23, D30, D40, E10, E37 (also see DFW Travel Lounges above)
Guest Services Center - B14
Disabled and VIP Services
For disability assistance contact AA Special Assistance services (no fee) (link)
For VIP gate to gate connections (fee), see AA Five Star Service (link)
Smoking: No smoking in terminalsTerminal A Admirals Club and D Club smoking rooms are closed)
Rental cars: The Rental Car Center is located at 2424 E. 38th St, DFW Airport, TX, near the south entrance of the Airport and is served by 10 companies. Link. Arriving Passengers: After collecting your baggage, follow the Rental Car signs to the designated pick-up area on the lower level of the terminal. From there, board the Rental Car shuttle bus. Buses run 24 hours a day, depart (theoretically) every five minutes and reach the Rental Car Center in approximately 10 minutes.
Departing Passengers: Before your departing flight, please return your vehicle at the Rental Car Center. For transportation from the facility to your terminal, board the Rental Car Shuttle. The Rental Car Shuttle runs 24 hours a day and departs every five minutes from the facility.
Animal Relief Areas: (all land side)Terminal A: Lower level grassy areas.
Terminal B: Lower level grassy areas.
Terminal C: Lower level grassy areas.
Terminal D: Lower level, outside the D30/D31 baggage claim area by the parking garage and at D18.
Terminal E: Lower level grassy areas.
DFW transportation
Public transport
Metro DART Orangle Line to Dallas. Take from entry near Terminal A, A-10. Take the elevator to the lower level, then walk to the right and follow the signs.
TRE / Trinity Rail Express to Dallas and Ct. Worth. NO SERVICE SUNDAYS. Take free bus to Remote south Parking; take connecting bus to CentrePort/DFW Airport station.
Shared Vans: City Shuttle, L.L.C. shared van service 1.240.760.1998
Go Yellow Checker Airport Shuttle shared vans to Ft. Worth hotels. Board at upper level roadway marked areas.
Taxi: at every terminal; see DFW Taxi Guide for prices, etc.
App Based Transportation (Uber and Lyft)
When using these services for pick-up, exit the terminal and proceed to the Shared Ride sign.
Public transport
Metro DART Orangle Line to Dallas. Take from entry near Terminal A, A-10. Take the elevator to the lower level, then walk to the right and follow the signs.
TRE / Trinity Rail Express to Dallas and Ct. Worth. NO SERVICE SUNDAYS. Take free bus to Remote south Parking; take connecting bus to CentrePort/DFW Airport station.
Shared Vans: City Shuttle, L.L.C. shared van service 1.240.760.1998
Go Yellow Checker Airport Shuttle shared vans to Ft. Worth hotels. Board at upper level roadway marked areas.
Taxi: at every terminal; see DFW Taxi Guide for prices, etc.
App Based Transportation (Uber and Lyft)
When using these services for pick-up, exit the terminal and proceed to the Shared Ride sign.
Airport and Area hotels
DFW has many hotels, most served by shuttles, many nearby options.
There are two hotels at DFW, both connected to terminals. They tend to be rather pricey and fill up quickly.Hyatt Regency DFW International Airport Hotel at Terminal C (link)
Grand Hyatt DFW Hotel at Terminal D (international terminal) (link
There is a "Minute Suites" cubicle hotel (with rental showers) that rent by the hour or eight hour period near gate D-23 at Terminal D. (link. (Terminal A has a Minute Suites planned for 2016.)
There are several lower priced hotels with shuttles. These and "alternative" sleeping or rest opportunities are listed hereon sleepinginairports.net. This page includes many helpful listings - baggage storage, lounges, where to sleep in the airport, etc.
During Off Schedule Operations / Irregular Operations, cots with blankets and pillows are available for affected passengers.
During OSO / IROPS, AA will generally not offer hotel and meal vouchers for disruptions from causes not directly under the airline's control (such as weather). You may be able to at least get "distressed traveler" certificates for lower rates from AA, or you may be able to request distressed traveler rates from reservations center's or properties.
DFW has many hotels, most served by shuttles, many nearby options.
There are two hotels at DFW, both connected to terminals. They tend to be rather pricey and fill up quickly.Hyatt Regency DFW International Airport Hotel at Terminal C (link)
Grand Hyatt DFW Hotel at Terminal D (international terminal) (link
There is a "Minute Suites" cubicle hotel (with rental showers) that rent by the hour or eight hour period near gate D-23 at Terminal D. (link. (Terminal A has a Minute Suites planned for 2016.)
There are several lower priced hotels with shuttles. These and "alternative" sleeping or rest opportunities are listed hereon sleepinginairports.net. This page includes many helpful listings - baggage storage, lounges, where to sleep in the airport, etc.
During Off Schedule Operations / Irregular Operations, cots with blankets and pillows are available for affected passengers.
During OSO / IROPS, AA will generally not offer hotel and meal vouchers for disruptions from causes not directly under the airline's control (such as weather). You may be able to at least get "distressed traveler" certificates for lower rates from AA, or you may be able to request distressed traveler rates from reservations center's or properties.
Is there anything to do at DFW?
See DFW / Dallas-Ft. Worth Layover Questions (consolidated) ...
You can visit the
C. R. Smith Museum (AA history, DC-3 Flagship Detroit, gift shop)
4601 Texas HWY 360 at FAA Rd
Fort Worth, Texas 76155
817-967-1560
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 9:00-5:00, Sunday 1:00 - 5:00; Closed Monday
Cost: $7.00, $4.00 seniors 65 or +, students w/ ID, children 2-17, military
Getting there: taxi; (unofficial: take crew shuttle if space available to Conference and Training Center, get dropped at the Museum).
See FT DFW and the AA / C. R. Smith Museum in Dallas (consolidated)
Do I have time to go to Dallas?
A minimum of six hours would be suggested for "going to town".
See DFW / Dallas-Ft. Worth Layover Questions (consolidated) ...
You can visit the
C. R. Smith Museum (AA history, DC-3 Flagship Detroit, gift shop)
4601 Texas HWY 360 at FAA Rd
Fort Worth, Texas 76155
817-967-1560
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 9:00-5:00, Sunday 1:00 - 5:00; Closed Monday
Cost: $7.00, $4.00 seniors 65 or +, students w/ ID, children 2-17, military
Getting there: taxi; (unofficial: take crew shuttle if space available to Conference and Training Center, get dropped at the Museum).
See FT DFW and the AA / C. R. Smith Museum in Dallas (consolidated)
Do I have time to go to Dallas?
A minimum of six hours would be suggested for "going to town".
Other resources
- Link to AA FAQ: Will I make my connection?
- Link to AA Flyer Guide wiki: Minimum Connecting Times
- Link to AA Lounge Dashboard (guide to AA and other lounges)
- Link: to DFW connection guide in Texas forum
- Link: to DFW layover guide in Texas Forum
- Link: to DFW Employee Store (open to the public) Shop for AA ware, baggage, memorabilia, etc. at Gate C-2
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AA Guide: DFW / Dallas - Fort Worth International Airport - MCT, Connection, etc
Jun 11, 2017, 10:39 am
#511
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Hi! If I arrive from an international flight late at night and depart on a domestic flight the next morning, is it then possible to sleep overnight in the terminal after security? (Or do they not allow you into the terminals after passport check if you only depart the next morning?). Thank you!
Jun 11, 2017, 4:32 pm
#512
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Hi! If I arrive from an international flight late at night and depart on a domestic flight the next morning, is it then possible to sleep overnight in the terminal after security? (Or do they not allow you into the terminals after passport check if you only depart the next morning?). Thank you!
Jun 11, 2017, 9:15 pm
#513
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Hi! If I arrive from an international flight late at night and depart on a domestic flight the next morning, is it then possible to sleep overnight in the terminal after security? (Or do they not allow you into the terminals after passport check if you only depart the next morning?). Thank you!
Jun 12, 2017, 4:05 am
#514
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You would not be allowed through unless ticketed for that night. Additionally, the last checkpoint closes at 10:30pm in Terminal D I believe, unless severe weather keeps them open longer, in which case, check @DFWAirport on Twitter for the latest, as they are very good about keeping that up to date.
Jun 12, 2017, 4:21 am
#515
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Hi! If I arrive from an international flight late at night and depart on a domestic flight the next morning, is it then possible to sleep overnight in the terminal after security? (Or do they not allow you into the terminals after passport check if you only depart the next morning?). Thank you!
Jun 12, 2017, 4:34 am
#516
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Yes, I've seen this many times. As long as you don't leave the secure area to pick up your checked bags then you can sleep in the terminal. I've also seen cots in the terminal but I'm not sure where those come from or even who to ask about those. If you leave the secure area though you aren't getting back in.
Jun 12, 2017, 9:10 am
#517
Join Date: Mar 2008
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Hello again. We were to overnight in DFW on 2/1/18 (arriving from DCA at like 10:14 p.m.), and our DFW to OGG flight #7 was to leave at 9:10 a.m. That would be less than 12 hour layover, so we were planning on leaving the checked luggage with AA and just using carryone to stay at DFW at the Hyatt (not the "super nice" one, but the "nice" one, nonetheless) and then just breeze through TSA Precheck with our carryon.
AA has cancelled both our DFW to OGG and HNL to DFW flights completely. We're now on flight #119 leaving DFW for OGG at 11:10 a.m. This means we'll have to get our bags and lug them to hotel.
I'm guessing there's a cart or something you could rent to get the bags there? Since we're in Hawaii for 3 weeks, we'll have 2-4 checked bags, plus 2 carryons plus 1-2 personal items (ha).
Since we'll have to re-check in and check bags again (because it's more than 12 hours), does anyone know how hectic/bad the check-in lines (if it matters, I'm AA gold and we're flying First class) are at DFW?
At Miami it was horrible. 1 hour in "priority" line just for check-in and then the mess at TSA lines. Barely got to our gate in time when we were there 2 hours early.
And, our return trip now leaves 1 hour later, so we now have like a 58 minute connection time in DFW to get to CLT and then to ALB. I have a feeling we're going to miss that, unless AA puts the original flight back into play. I've had a 1 hour connection time in DFW before and we just barely had enough time to deplane, stop at the bathroom and walk very briskly to the trains to get to the gate just as they were boarding. Given that the HNL to DFW flight is notorious for being late (I think like 50% of the time), what's the consensus of this connection time?
AA has cancelled both our DFW to OGG and HNL to DFW flights completely. We're now on flight #119 leaving DFW for OGG at 11:10 a.m. This means we'll have to get our bags and lug them to hotel.
I'm guessing there's a cart or something you could rent to get the bags there? Since we're in Hawaii for 3 weeks, we'll have 2-4 checked bags, plus 2 carryons plus 1-2 personal items (ha).
Since we'll have to re-check in and check bags again (because it's more than 12 hours), does anyone know how hectic/bad the check-in lines (if it matters, I'm AA gold and we're flying First class) are at DFW?
At Miami it was horrible. 1 hour in "priority" line just for check-in and then the mess at TSA lines. Barely got to our gate in time when we were there 2 hours early.
And, our return trip now leaves 1 hour later, so we now have like a 58 minute connection time in DFW to get to CLT and then to ALB. I have a feeling we're going to miss that, unless AA puts the original flight back into play. I've had a 1 hour connection time in DFW before and we just barely had enough time to deplane, stop at the bathroom and walk very briskly to the trains to get to the gate just as they were boarding. Given that the HNL to DFW flight is notorious for being late (I think like 50% of the time), what's the consensus of this connection time?
Jun 12, 2017, 9:55 am
#518
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But should not have to recheck in, and even if you do, you should be able to do that online.
Dropping bags is another matter. I don't check bags, but do know UA has a bags only line that usually moves pretty well, hopefully AA has same.
IME Pre in Terminal A is pretty efficient, even when busy.
Jun 12, 2017, 12:17 pm
#519
Join Date: Mar 2008
Posts: 1,530
Ya, Miami is something else
But should not have to recheck in, and even if you do, you should be able to do that online.
Dropping bags is another matter. I don't check bags, but do know UA has a bags only line that usually moves pretty well, hopefully AA has same.
IME Pre in Terminal A is pretty efficient, even when busy.
But should not have to recheck in, and even if you do, you should be able to do that online.
Dropping bags is another matter. I don't check bags, but do know UA has a bags only line that usually moves pretty well, hopefully AA has same.
IME Pre in Terminal A is pretty efficient, even when busy.
Jun 13, 2017, 4:24 am
#520
Join Date: Aug 2011
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Pre check lines are pretty easy at DFW, at least at D. I get in the priority line under the big dinosaur bone in the high numbered gates check in and then go through the pre check. Regular lines can get long and being summer a lot of vacationers are clogging up their lines. Glad I don't have to deal with that.
Hello again. We were to overnight in DFW on 2/1/18 (arriving from DCA at like 10:14 p.m.), and our DFW to OGG flight #7 was to leave at 9:10 a.m. That would be less than 12 hour layover, so we were planning on leaving the checked luggage with AA and just using carryone to stay at DFW at the Hyatt (not the "super nice" one, but the "nice" one, nonetheless) and then just breeze through TSA Precheck with our carryon.
AA has cancelled both our DFW to OGG and HNL to DFW flights completely. We're now on flight #119 leaving DFW for OGG at 11:10 a.m. This means we'll have to get our bags and lug them to hotel.
I'm guessing there's a cart or something you could rent to get the bags there? Since we're in Hawaii for 3 weeks, we'll have 2-4 checked bags, plus 2 carryons plus 1-2 personal items (ha).
Since we'll have to re-check in and check bags again (because it's more than 12 hours), does anyone know how hectic/bad the check-in lines (if it matters, I'm AA gold and we're flying First class) are at DFW?
At Miami it was horrible. 1 hour in "priority" line just for check-in and then the mess at TSA lines. Barely got to our gate in time when we were there 2 hours early.
And, our return trip now leaves 1 hour later, so we now have like a 58 minute connection time in DFW to get to CLT and then to ALB. I have a feeling we're going to miss that, unless AA puts the original flight back into play. I've had a 1 hour connection time in DFW before and we just barely had enough time to deplane, stop at the bathroom and walk very briskly to the trains to get to the gate just as they were boarding. Given that the HNL to DFW flight is notorious for being late (I think like 50% of the time), what's the consensus of this connection time?
AA has cancelled both our DFW to OGG and HNL to DFW flights completely. We're now on flight #119 leaving DFW for OGG at 11:10 a.m. This means we'll have to get our bags and lug them to hotel.
I'm guessing there's a cart or something you could rent to get the bags there? Since we're in Hawaii for 3 weeks, we'll have 2-4 checked bags, plus 2 carryons plus 1-2 personal items (ha).
Since we'll have to re-check in and check bags again (because it's more than 12 hours), does anyone know how hectic/bad the check-in lines (if it matters, I'm AA gold and we're flying First class) are at DFW?
At Miami it was horrible. 1 hour in "priority" line just for check-in and then the mess at TSA lines. Barely got to our gate in time when we were there 2 hours early.
And, our return trip now leaves 1 hour later, so we now have like a 58 minute connection time in DFW to get to CLT and then to ALB. I have a feeling we're going to miss that, unless AA puts the original flight back into play. I've had a 1 hour connection time in DFW before and we just barely had enough time to deplane, stop at the bathroom and walk very briskly to the trains to get to the gate just as they were boarding. Given that the HNL to DFW flight is notorious for being late (I think like 50% of the time), what's the consensus of this connection time?
Jun 13, 2017, 7:19 pm
#521
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If you're flying First, the check-in and bag drop shouldn't be an issue time-wise.
Getting to/from the "less good" Hyatt with a bunch of bags will be an issue. Even if you happen to come in at Terminal C, it's not really walkable with luggage. Best off using the hotel's shuttle.
As for the connection, I think you have it sized up correctly. It's cutting it close even with on-time performance.
Getting to/from the "less good" Hyatt with a bunch of bags will be an issue. Even if you happen to come in at Terminal C, it's not really walkable with luggage. Best off using the hotel's shuttle.
As for the connection, I think you have it sized up correctly. It's cutting it close even with on-time performance.
Jun 14, 2017, 9:05 am
#522
Join Date: Mar 2008
Posts: 1,530
If you're flying First, the check-in and bag drop shouldn't be an issue time-wise.
Getting to/from the "less good" Hyatt with a bunch of bags will be an issue. Even if you happen to come in at Terminal C, it's not really walkable with luggage. Best off using the hotel's shuttle.
As for the connection, I think you have it sized up correctly. It's cutting it close even with on-time performance.
Getting to/from the "less good" Hyatt with a bunch of bags will be an issue. Even if you happen to come in at Terminal C, it's not really walkable with luggage. Best off using the hotel's shuttle.
As for the connection, I think you have it sized up correctly. It's cutting it close even with on-time performance.
Now I'll have to debate about proactively switching to the later connecting flights that are actually First class all the way (there's 2 other flights that leave but they are economy). Downside is that instead of like a 1:30 arrival into ALB it'll be a 5:30 arrival (I think). Although won't have to go through PHL (ugh I hate PHL) in a tiny CRJ/ERJ.
Jun 14, 2017, 9:24 am
#523
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Thank you very much! Shuttle it is then.
Now I'll have to debate about proactively switching to the later connecting flights that are actually First class all the way (there's 2 other flights that leave but they are economy). Downside is that instead of like a 1:30 arrival into ALB it'll be a 5:30 arrival (I think). Although won't have to go through PHL (ugh I hate PHL) in a tiny CRJ/ERJ.
Now I'll have to debate about proactively switching to the later connecting flights that are actually First class all the way (there's 2 other flights that leave but they are economy). Downside is that instead of like a 1:30 arrival into ALB it'll be a 5:30 arrival (I think). Although won't have to go through PHL (ugh I hate PHL) in a tiny CRJ/ERJ.
Jun 14, 2017, 12:23 pm
#524
Join Date: Mar 2008
Posts: 1,530
I am risk averse so I would probably go ahead and do the reroute now, especially considering when you are traveling. If you wait until day of to be reaccommodated, you are very likely to 1) end up in economy and/or 2) split up between flights in order to get home in a reasonable time.
Thanks again for all the help. It puts my mind more at ease.
Jun 24, 2017, 1:48 pm
#525
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Flying AA economy with 2 children (single parent), LHR->DFW->Reno (Tahoe Int'l). I assume I can't check my luggage straight thru but will have to identify bags in DFW and pass thru passport control. Is 1:45 enough? Anything I should know in advance to speed things up?
Thanks!
Thanks!