How to travel from Orlando to Dallas, United States of America

The distance between Orlando and Dallas is around 991 miles (1,595km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 50m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Orlando to Dallas by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Dallas (DAL).

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Flight time2h 55m
  • Typical cost
    $235
Operated by

Southwest Airlines

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Bus

Take the bus to Houston and then to Dallas.

  • Duration1 day 4h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $180
Operated by

Greyhound USA

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Drive

Drive to Dallas.

  • Duration18h 15m
  • Distance1,135 miles (1,827km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Orlando and Dallas

There are several options for getting from Orlando to Dallas by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around $155 and will take around 5hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $235.

The distance between Orlando and Dallas is around 991 miles (1,595km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 961 miles (1,546km)

It takes around 3h 50m to get from Orlando and Dallas by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 18h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Orlando to Dallas is to fly which takes around 3h 50m and will set you back approx $235.

The cheapest way to travel between Orlando and Dallas, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around $155 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Orlando and Dallas. We recommend that you fly from Orlando (MCO) to Dallas (DAL). instead which will take 3h 50m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Orlando and Dallas. It typically takes around 1 day 4h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Orlando to Dallas. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Houston. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 4h.

Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Orlando and Dallas. Buses run once daily and take around 1 day 4h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Orlando and Dallas. Flights depart from Orlando (MCO) and arrive at Dallas (DAL). The flight takes around 2h 55m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Orlando and Dallas with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2h 55m.

Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines fly between Orlando and Dallas. Flights depart from Orlando (MCO) and and arrive into Dallas (DAL). These flights usually take around 2h 55m.

The flight from Orlando to Dallas typically takes around 2h 55m. Flights depart from Orlando (MCO) and and arrive into Dallas (DAL).

The closest major airport to Dallas is Dallas Love Field (DAL) (DAL) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Dallas. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) (DFW) and Waco Municipal Airport (ACT) (ACT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Orlando and Dallas. The distance is around 1,135 miles (1,827km) by road and it will take around 18h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Orlando to Dallas is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 50m and will usually cost around $235.

How do I get from Orlando to Dallas

Compare travel optionsbetween Orlando and Dallas

Transport options from Orlando to Dallas
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
3h 50m
$235
hourly1,595km (991 miles)
Fly to Dallas/Ft.Worth (DFW)5hrs
$155
hourly1,641km (1,019 miles)
Train and Plane6hrs
$330
once daily1,645km (1,022 miles)
Bus
1 day 4h
$180
once daily2,035km (1,264 miles)
Drive
18h 15m
$110
on demand1,827km (1,135 miles)

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Airports near Dallas

The following major airports near Dallas offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

DAL
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
6 miles (9km) from Dallas
DFW
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
International Airport
Distance
16 miles (26km) from Dallas
ACT
Waco Municipal Airport (ACT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
84 miles (136km) from Dallas