Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) — Terminals, Lounges & Travel Tips
Dallas–Fort Worth, TX, United States · DFW
Terminal Guide
| Terminal | Airlines |
|---|---|
| Terminal A | American Airlines domestic, American Eagle |
| Terminal B | American Airlines, Alaska Airlines |
| Terminal C | American Airlines domestic, Spirit, Frontier |
| Terminal D (International) | American international, Aeromexico, British Airways, Lufthansa, Qantas, Qatar Airways |
| Terminal E | American connections, Southwest, United |
Getting There — Ground Transportation
- DART Orange Line (Trinity Metro TEXRail): TEXRail runs from DFW Airport Station (Terminal B) to Fort Worth (~45 min) for $2.50. DART connection to Dallas via CentrePort/DFW station.
- Rideshare: Uber and Lyft pickup on the lower level of each terminal. Expect $35–50 to downtown Dallas and $30–40 to downtown Fort Worth.
- Taxi: Available at lower-level exits. Expect $45–55 to Dallas, $30–40 to Fort Worth (metered).
- DFW Skylink: Free automated tram connecting all terminals; runs every 2–3 minutes inside security. Use for inter-terminal connections without re-clearing TSA.
- Car Rental: On-site Rental Car Center connected to each terminal via Skylink. Exit from Terminal A or E for the rental facility.
Airport Lounge Directory
| Lounge | Location | Access |
|---|---|---|
| American Admirals Club – Terminal A | Terminal A | Admirals Club membership, Citi AAdvantage Executive card |
| American Admirals Club – Terminal C | Terminal C | Admirals Club membership, Citi AAdvantage Executive card |
| American Admirals Club – Terminal D | Terminal D | Admirals Club membership; international business class |
| Amex Centurion Lounge | Terminal D | Amex Platinum, Centurion cards (up to 2 guests) |
| Qatar Airways Al Mourjan Lounge | Terminal D | Qatar Business/First class, Platinum/Gold oneworld |
| British Airways Galleries Club | Terminal D | BA Business/First class, BA Gold, oneworld Emerald |
Pro Tips for DFW Travelers
- Use the Skylink tram inside security to transfer between American's terminals — it's faster than going outside.
- Terminal D has the best pre-flight dining and international lounge options; arrive early if connecting to a long-haul international.
- TEXRail to Fort Worth is cheap and easy; for Dallas, connect at CentrePort to DART — allow 75 minutes total.
- DFW is massive — gate changes between Terminals A and E can add 20+ minutes of walking even with Skylink.
- The Centurion Lounge in Terminal D is highly rated; book a slot in advance if the lounge app allows reservations.
- Park at the Economy E lot (remote) for rates under $15/day, accessed by a free shuttle from Terminal E.
- DFW's mid-airfield location means thunderstorm ground stops are common in spring — sign up for AA flight status alerts.
Know Before You Land — DFW Checklist
Review these before your flight so you hit the ground running at Dallas–Fort Worth.
- Confirm which terminal your airline uses — Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport has 5 terminals and inter-terminal transfers may require re-clearing security.
- Rail is available: TEXRail runs from DFW Airport Station (Terminal B) to Fort Worth (~45 min) for $2.50. DART connection to Dallas via CentrePort/DFW station.
- Renting a car? On-site Rental Car Center connected to each terminal via Skylink. Exit from Terminal A or E for the rental facility.
- Amex Platinum/Centurion holders: Amex Centurion Lounge (Terminal D).
- American Airlines hub: expect higher flight frequency and stronger upgrade/standby availability for American Airlines elite members.
- Use the Skylink tram inside security to transfer between American's terminals — it's faster than going outside.