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London (LHR) to Dallas (DFW) flights
Nonstop from London Heathrow to Dallas/Fort Worth International: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
7,627km
4,739 mi, great circle
Flying time
9h 45m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
5.7
average, November 2026
Airlines
2
passenger airlines
Airlines flying LHR to DFW
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Terminals
Dallas/Fort Worth International
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport has six terminals with 224 total gates; these terminals are in the City of Grapevine. The terminals are designed in a half-circle layout to minimize the distance between parking and aircraft and reduce traffic on main airport roads.
From Wikipedia, retrieved 2026-10-31. Terminal assignments change: check with your airline and the airport's website.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from London to Dallas?
About 9h 45m gate to gate for the 7,627 km (4,739 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from LHR to DFW?
American Airlines and British Airways, with about 5.7 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).