San Francisco to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
Direct and connecting flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from San Francisco to Dallas-Fort Worth take?
Flight time from San Francisco (SFO) to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Dallas-Fort Worth?
Airline availability for SFO to DFW changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Dallas-Fort Worth?
Direct (nonstop) availability on SFO to DFW varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- American Airlines5-yr attributed events: 26Last 90 days: none recorded
- United Airlines5-yr attributed events: 58Last 90 days: none recorded
- Frontier Airlines5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | 7 sightings | No recorded events |
| United Airlines | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| Frontier Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning SFO → DFW
SFO to DFW is a medium-haul route of 2,352 km (1,461 mi). See the return DFW → SFO route.
Alternative airports near San Francisco: San Carlos (SQL) — 16 km, Half Moon Bay (HAF) — 16 km, Oakland (OAK) — 18 km.
Alternative airports near Dallas-Fort Worth: Dallas (DAL) — 18 km, Addison (ADS) — 20 km, Fort Worth (AFW) — 28 km.