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Cheapest round-trip
$155
Typical prices: $139-$334
Frontier
Sat 10/6Wed 10/17
DFW - MIA • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$155
Typical prices: $133-$334
Frontier
Mon 10/8Mon 10/15
DFW - MIA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 56m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 84% 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 5 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 40% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $211 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Miami (DFW-MIA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dallas to Miami

Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 12
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10:02 am - 2:12 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MIA Miami
3h 10mnonstop
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2:37 pm - 5:00 pmMIA  Miami-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 23mnonstop
$155Frontier
Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:04 pm - 9:59 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MIA Miami
2h 55mnonstop
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5:05 am - 12:13 pmMIA  Miami-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
8h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$155Frontier
Thu, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 11
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7:55 pm - 11:45 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MIA Miami
2h 50mnonstop
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10:40 am - 1:09 pmMIA  Miami-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 29mnonstop
$337American Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 26
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6:00 am - 9:47 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MIA Miami
2h 47mnonstop
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12:02 pm - 2:33 pmMIA  Miami-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 31mnonstop
$337American Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18
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5:44 pm - 11:04 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MIA Miami
16h 20m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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9:47 am - 12:19 pmMIA  Miami-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 32mnonstop
$347Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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11:35 am - 8:33 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MIA Miami
7h 58m2 stops Greenville Mid-Delta Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:32 am - 12:12 pmMIA  Miami-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
7h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 27
United Airlines Logo
12:17 pm - 6:05 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MIA Miami
4h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:20 am - 11:36 amMIA  Miami-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
6h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$352United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 13
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2:19 pm - 9:50 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MIA Miami
6h 31m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:20 am - 11:36 amMIA  Miami-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
6h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$352United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Thu, Jan 14
Delta Logo
5:45 pm - 12:52 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MIA Miami
6h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:30 pm - 12:13 amMIA  Miami-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 21
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5:25 am - 11:46 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-MIA Miami
5h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:55 pm - 12:13 amMIA  Miami-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
7h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami start at $155. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $139 to $334. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $155 on Frontier.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami, it is 26% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% 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 Miami?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami at $135 round-trip.
  • June ($300) and July ($288) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 122% 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 Miami the cheapest?

Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% 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 Miami

 
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 and MIA

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

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 Miami flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$87
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 40% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Dallas to Miami

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Your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami flight questions, answered

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

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

    Among airlines operating Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami 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 Miami?

    2 airlines operate flights between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Miami. 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 Miami?

    Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami usually depart from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and arrive at Miami (MIA).

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $211 round-trip via Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE), compared to $222 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $38–$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 Miami?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 3% 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 Miami?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 35% on the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $167 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $256, a difference of $89. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    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 Miami route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 53 minutes.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami flights, with 42% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Miami?

    Some of the most popular sights in Miami are Kaseya Center, Bayfront Park and Bayside Marketplace. These are among the most viewed places in Miami on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:56 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:15 pm and lands at 11:11 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 56m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 28% above the route average of $223. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami takes 2h 56m, covering 1,119 miles.

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

    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 Miami looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $162, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

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

    • Spirit Airlines: 84% on time
    • Frontier: 77% on time
    • American Airlines: 76% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 76% of the time on average.

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

    Morning 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 Miami?

    Flying via Tampa (TPA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 41m, compared with 4h 43m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 5h 05m via New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

    Miami 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 Miami Airport (MIA)?

    Miami Airport (MIA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Boutique Rent a Car
    · Budget
    · Dollar
    · Alamo
    · Hertz

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

    Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami range from $139 to $334, with an average of $223 over the past 12 months. Anything below $139 counts as a good deal.

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

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami 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 Miami 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 Monday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $167 - about $89 less than Friday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 41% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami trip for April. Fares historically average $135 round-trip in that month - typically $165 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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. 84% of Spirit Airlines flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Miami arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 76%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 53 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 Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport (CLE) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $211 round-trip on this route - about $11 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Miami Airport.
    - Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport
    - La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Miami Airport East
    - Hyatt Place Miami Airport East

Prefer to fly direct from Dallas to Miami?

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

Direct departures

Dallas/Fort Worth to Miami

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

Miami 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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