Dallas Love Field Airport is closer to downtown than DFW.
Historic base of Southwest Airlines, often the most convenient choice for those visiting downtown Dallas.
How to get to Dallas Love Field
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to DAL
Parking near Dallas Love Field
Garage parking costs 2 USD the first hour, up to approximately 20-25 USD/day; affiliated outdoor parking offers lower rates, from around 7 USD/day.
How to get to Dallas from DAL
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Car rental at Dallas Love Field
Car rental desks of major companies are available in the arrivals area.
A driver's license, passport and credit card are sufficient; an IDP is not required for short stays if your license is in Latin characters.
Hotels near Dallas Love Field
Market Center, steps from Love Field
about 5 minutes by car or taxi/Uber from the terminal
Best for: those with a very early or late flight who want the shortest trip
- the two hotels closest to the terminal among the verified ones
- several hotels offer a free airport shuttle
- an area of offices and showrooms, little to do on foot in the evening
- few independent restaurants nearby
Recommended hotels
Downtown Dallas
about 10-15 minutes by car or taxi/Uber from Love Field, up to 40 minutes during rush hour
Best for: those who want restaurants, museums and downtown life on foot
- the city's largest concentration of restaurants and museums
- several hotels with skyline views
- farther from the airport than Market Center
- hotel parking is almost always a separate paid charge
Recommended hotels
Uptown and Arts District
about 10 minutes by car or taxi/Uber from Love Field
Best for: those looking for a greener area, within walking distance of galleries and evening venues
- a walkable neighborhood with galleries, bars and restaurants
- modern hotels among the best-reviewed in the city
- slightly pricier than the other areas
- a car is needed to reach proper downtown
Recommended hotels
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Terminal guide
The single terminal, more compact than DFW, handles predominantly domestic flights.
To be safe: 2-2.5 hours ahead for flights is the smartest choice.
Map of Dallas Love Field
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Dallas Love Field closer to downtown than DFW?
Yes, it's generally considered more convenient for those visiting downtown Dallas directly.
Q. What is Love Link 55?
A completely free shuttle bus connecting the airport to the DART network's Inwood/Love Field station.
Q. Is Dallas Love Field Southwest Airlines' base?
Yes, historically the airline's main base, which is headquartered in Dallas.
Q. How much does DART cost from Love Field to downtown?
2.50 USD per ride (after the free Love Link 55 leg), or 6 USD for a day pass.
Flight board
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