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Cheapest round-trip
$173
Typical prices: $232-$428
Frontier
Mon 9/24Tue 9/25
DFW - PHL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$185
Typical prices: $251-$454
Frontier
Sun 9/16Sun 9/23
DFW - PHL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 3h 21m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 77% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 35% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $148 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Philadelphia (DFW-PHL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dallas to Philadelphia

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26
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1:23 pm - 11:18 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-PHL Philadelphia
8h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:40 pm - 6:43 pmPHL  Philadelphia-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
7h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$173Frontier
Thu, Sep 24 - Fri, Sep 25
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1:23 pm - 11:18 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-PHL Philadelphia
8h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 8:40 amPHL  Philadelphia-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 40mnonstop
$173Frontier
Fri, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 22
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7:48 pm - 7:16 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-PHL Philadelphia
10h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:32 pm - 12:12 pmPHL  Philadelphia-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
19h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$174Frontier
Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 9
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7:48 pm - 7:16 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-PHL Philadelphia
10h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:42 pm - 8:05 pmPHL  Philadelphia-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
26h 23m2 stops Tampa St. Petersburg Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$212Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 9
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7:48 pm - 7:16 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-PHL Philadelphia
10h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:42 pm - 7:00 amPHL  Philadelphia-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
37h 18m2 stops Tampa St. Petersburg Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$217Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Sun, Sep 20
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1:23 pm - 7:16 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-PHL Philadelphia
16h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:10 pm - 12:20 amPHL  Philadelphia-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
55h 10m2 stops Des Moines Denver Intl
$218Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:35 pm - 10:52 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-PHL Philadelphia
3h 17mnonstop
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7:06 am - 9:56 amPHL  Philadelphia-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 50mnonstop
$277American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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8:06 pm - 12:25 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-PHL Philadelphia
3h 19mnonstop
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8:32 pm - 11:21 pmPHL  Philadelphia-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 49mnonstop
$277American Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Jan 5
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3:25 pm - 11:44 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-PHL Philadelphia
7h 19m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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6:00 am - 10:40 amPHL  Philadelphia-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 40m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$363Delta
Mon, Dec 21 - Thu, Jan 7
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3:25 pm - 11:44 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-PHL Philadelphia
7h 19m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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8:25 am - 2:31 pmPHL  Philadelphia-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
7h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$363Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia flights

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

Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia start at $173. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $232 to $428. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $173 on Frontier.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Monday 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 Philadelphia?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia at $212 round-trip.
  • March ($372) and June ($369) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% 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 Philadelphia the cheapest?

Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% 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 Philadelphia

 
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 PHL

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 Philadelphia flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$119
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 15% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
Flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia

When to book flights from Dallas to Philadelphia

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Your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $148 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $343 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $47–$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 Philadelphia?

    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 Philadelphia pass through?

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Raleigh-Durham (RDU) - 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 Philadelphia?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $296 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $375, a difference of $79. 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 Philadelphia?

    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 Philadelphia route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 51 minutes.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Philadelphia?

    Some of the most popular sights in Philadelphia are Philadelphia Convention Center, Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Philadelphia on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 8:21 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:06 pm and lands at 11:27 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 21m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 16% above the route average of $324. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia takes 3h 21m, covering 1,300 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $173 to $1,499. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $145, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

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

    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 Philadelphia?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 03m, compared with 5h 18m via Lambert-St Louis (STL) and 5h 30m via Nashville Intl (BNA).

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

    Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia Airport (PHL)?

    Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Payless
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty
    · Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia range from $232 to $428, with an average of $324 over the past 12 months. Anything below $232 counts as a good deal.

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

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $296 - about $79 less than Monday (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia trip for February. Fares historically average $212 round-trip in that month - typically $160 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, Frontier is the strongest pick on this route. 77% of Frontier flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Philadelphia arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 77%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 51 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 $148 round-trip on this route - about $195 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 Philadelphia Airport.
    - Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
    - Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Dallas to Philadelphia?

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

Direct departures

Dallas/Fort Worth to Philadelphia

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

Philadelphia 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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