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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Dallas:

• Earliest: departs at 12:11 am and lands at 3:49 am
• Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 3:37 am.

The flight takes about 3h 38m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Dallas:

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

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Dallas takes 3h 38m, covering 1,476 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Dallas range from $301 to $483, with an average of $387 over the past 12 months. Anything below $301 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $387 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $218 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $395 for nonstop.

United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Frontier has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on San Francisco to Dallas flights are:

• United Airlines: 84% on time
• Frontier: 84% on time
• American Airlines: 81% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 82% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Dallas flights, with 47% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 31%, night flights for 15%, and evening flights for 7%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Francisco to Dallas 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.

Since Dallas is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) — daily rates from around $19:

• Easirent
• Europcar
• Hertz
• Ace
• Thrifty

Near Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) — daily rates from around $24:

• Easirent
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Budget

Flights from San Francisco to Dallas usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and may arrive at several airports in Dallas area, including Dallas Addison (ADS), Dallas Love Field (DAL) and Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

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 San Francisco to Dallas route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 23m.

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Dallas most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 44% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 14% of one-stop connections
• San Diego (SAN) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Salt Lake City (SLC) - 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from San Francisco to Dallas. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $351 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $473, a difference of $122.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

4 airlines operate flights between San Francisco and Dallas. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• United Airlines
• Southwest
• Frontier

Flying via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h, compared with 6h 10m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 6h 11m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

Dallas is 2 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Dallas are American Airlines Center, Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center and Dallas World Aquarium. These are among the most viewed places in Dallas on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Dallas flights:

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

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

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

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

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

Some airlines operating between San Francisco and Dallas allow passengers to upgrade their seats. Alaska Airlines provides seat upgrade options for passengers. They offer various upgrade options, including upgrading to Premium Class or First Class for a more comfortable experience. Upgrades can be requested during the booking process, at the airport check-in, or through the KAYAK Alaska Airlines website or mobile app. Upgrade availability is subject to seat availability and fare rules.

Delta Airlines has specific policies for traveling with children. Infants under the age of 2 can travel on an adult's lap or in an FAA-approved child restraint system. Children aged 2 and above must have their own seats. The airline has a comprehensive policy for unaccompanied minors (UMs). Children aged 5 to 14 years traveling alone are considered UMs and must use Delta's unaccompanied minor service. This service ensures the child is supervised and assisted throughout their journey.

Each passenger is allowed one free personal item, such as a purse or small backpack, that must fit under the seat. Carry-on bags that go in the overhead bin are subject to a fee, which varies depending on the fare type and booking method. Size and weight restrictions apply. Carry-On Bags may not exceed 24 inches tall, 10 inches broad, and 16 inches long, including straps, wheels, and handles, or 35 lbs in weight.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) offers several lounges for travelers. Some of the lounges available at SFO include the United Club, American Airlines Admirals Club, Delta Sky Club, Air France-KLM Lounge, and the Cathay Pacific Lounge. These lounges provide amenities such as comfortable seating, complimentary food and beverages, Wi-Fi access, and other services for eligible passengers flying through the airport.