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Cheapest round-trip
$226
Typical prices: $166-$336
Frontier
Mon 10/22Thu 10/25
DFW - BWI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$228
Typical prices: $163-$348
Frontier
Sat 12/1Fri 12/7
DFW - BWI • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 3h 08m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 80% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 66% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $202 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Baltimore (DFW-BWI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dallas to Baltimore

Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
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6:05 am - 2:09 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-BWI Baltimore/Washington
7h 04m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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2:16 pm - 4:58 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 42mnonstop
$226Frontier
Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 20
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7:40 am - 12:00 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-BWI Baltimore/Washington
3h 20mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:00 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
26h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Frontier
Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Sep 27
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1:23 pm - 9:58 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-BWI Baltimore/Washington
7h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:25 pm - 7:00 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
10h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Frontier
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13
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8:05 am - 4:46 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-BWI Baltimore/Washington
7h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:25 pm - 7:00 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
10h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Frontier
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
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3:00 pm - 9:30 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-BWI Baltimore/Washington
5h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:10 am - 10:17 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 07m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$237Delta
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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3:00 pm - 9:30 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-BWI Baltimore/Washington
5h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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8:15 am - 12:51 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$237Delta
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26
United Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 9:29 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-BWI Baltimore/Washington
8h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:25 am - 11:32 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
6h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$237United Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 18
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5:19 pm - 9:29 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-BWI Baltimore/Washington
3h 10mnonstop
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7:09 pm - 11:35 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 26m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$269American Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26
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5:00 am - 1:57 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-BWI Baltimore/Washington
7h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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11:59 am - 2:15 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 16mnonstop
$269American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Jan 16
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11:55 am - 3:54 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-BWI Baltimore/Washington
2h 59mnonstop
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11:47 am - 2:30 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 43mnonstop
$277American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore start at $226. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $166 to $336. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $226 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore at $169 round-trip.
  • March ($346) and July ($338) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 104% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore the cheapest?

Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 66% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Dallas to Baltimore

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and BWI

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DFW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$103
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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Your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Does DFW provide relief stations for animals inside the airport?

    Yes. If you are traveling with a pet or a service animal who needs to go potty before the flight to Baltimore, you can take your four-legged friend to one of the many animal relief stations at DFW. You can find these relief areas at Gate A29, Gate B28, Gate D18, and Gate E31.

  • Does DFW provide private facilities for nursing moms?

    Yes. DFW has nursing rooms in terminals A, C, D, and E. These clean, private rooms have comfortable seating, a changing table, an outlet placed for the easy use of an electric breast pump, and a sink.

  • Does the BWI Airport have adaptations to help differently-abled travelers?

    Yes. The Baltimore-Washington Airport provides TDD telephones and video relay systems for the hearing impaired. At BWI, you can also find accessible restrooms, unisex bathrooms, and bathrooms that have adult changing stations that a passenger can use with his or her caregiver. BWI also provides wheelchairs, ramps, elevators, wheelchair assistance, and buses equipped with lifts. These are a few of BWI's many accommodations.

  • Where can I pick up my rental car at BWI?

    BWI has a rental car facility outside the terminals at the intersection of New Ridge Road and Stony Run Road. From the airport, catch a free shuttle from the arrivals curb to the rental car facility. Rental car companies on site at BWI include National, Budget, Alamo, Avis, Hertz, and more.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore flights?

    Among airlines operating Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

    2 airlines operate flights between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Baltimore. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • American Airlines
    • Frontier

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

    Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore usually depart from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and arrive at Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $202 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $242 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $36–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

    On the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 25%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $206 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $273: a $67 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore route, 25% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 25 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore flights, with 75% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 25%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Baltimore?

    Some of the most popular sights in Baltimore are Inner Harbor, M&T Bank Stadium and Oriole Park At Camden Yards. These are among the most viewed places in Baltimore on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

    A nonstop flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore takes 3h 08m, covering 1,214 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:48 am and lands at 9:56 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:42 pm and lands at 10:50 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 08m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 27% above the route average of $237. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $111, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Spirit Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore flights?

    Spirit Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Frontier has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore flights are:

    • Spirit Airlines: 80% on time
    • Frontier: 77% on time
    • American Airlines: 74% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 75% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 18m, compared with 6h 01m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 6h 55m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Baltimore?

    Baltimore is 1 hour ahead of Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI)?

    Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · NextCar
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Thrifty
    · Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore range from $166 to $336, with an average of $237 over the past 12 months. Anything below $166 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $206 - about $67 less than Sunday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 66% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore trip for September. Fares historically average $169 round-trip in that month - typically $177 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Spirit Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 80% of Spirit Airlines flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 75%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 25 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $202 round-trip on this route - about $40 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • As the world's biggest hub for American Airlines, the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is, unsurprisingly, the busiest airport in Texas. The Baltimore-Washington Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is the biggest hub for Southwest Airlines.
  • You can find a direct flight from DFW to BWI on airline such as Southwest, American, Spirit, and United. American, United, Delta, and Spirit offer one and two stop flights. Common layover cities include Atlanta, Charlotte, Orlando, Denver, and Kansas City, among others.
  • If you are an active duty member of the US military or family, you can take advantage of the services and facilities at the USO at Dallas-Fort Worth free of charge. Open daily from 8 am to 7 pm, this military lounge is at Gate 47 in Terminal B. Some amenities include a cafe, a computer room, a family room, a movie room, a quiet room, a library, and more.
  • As you are waiting for your plane to Baltimore in the Dallas – Fort Worth Airport, keep an eye out for the DFW K-9 Crew, therapy dogs who roam the Departures area in the company of their trained handlers. These dogs provide distraction, delight, and even comfort to passengers who are waiting to travel.
  • Baltimore Washington Airport is between the cities of Baltimore and Washington, but it is closer to Baltimore. It takes about 20 to 30 minutes to drive from BWI to Baltimore, but it takes about 1h 20min to drive from BWI to Washington DC. So, even though BWI serves both the Baltimore and Washington metropolitan areas, the airport is much more convenient for Baltimore.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Baltimore/Washington Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dallas/Fort Worth to Baltimore/Washington

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

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Direct returns

Baltimore/Washington to Dallas/Fort Worth

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

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