$81 Cheap Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Philadelphia (DFW-PHL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $81 for one-way flights and $135 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 15
DFW
Dallas
PHL
Philadelphia
$135 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$135
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Dallas to Philadelphia, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $135 found 14 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 22
DFW
Dallas
PHL
Philadelphia
$142 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$142
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Dallas to Philadelphia, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $142 found 12 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 25
DFW
Dallas
PHL
Philadelphia
$144 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Dallas to Philadelphia, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $144 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6
DFW
Dallas
PHL
Philadelphia
$162 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Dallas to Philadelphia, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $162 found 13 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Fri, Aug 15
DFW
Dallas
PHL
Philadelphia
$162 Roundtrip, just found
$162
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Dallas to Philadelphia, returning Fri, Aug 15, priced at $162 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Tue, Aug 19
DFW
Dallas
PHL
Philadelphia
$164 Roundtrip, just found
$164
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Dallas to Philadelphia, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $164 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Sep 8
DFW
Dallas
PHL
Philadelphia
$166 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$166
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Dallas to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $166 found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 15
DFW
Dallas
PHL
Philadelphia
$194 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Dallas to Philadelphia, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $194 found 12 hours ago
United
Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4
DFW
Dallas
PHL
Philadelphia
$212 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$212
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Dallas to Philadelphia, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $212 found 5 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Tue, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 1
DFW
Dallas
PHL
Philadelphia
$288 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$288
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Dallas to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $288 found 20 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dallas (DFW) to Philadelphia (PHL)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $63 - $188 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Philadelphia (PHL)
Origin airport
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
Destination airport
Philadelphia Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$135
Distance
1300 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 21 mins

Dallas to Philadelphia Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Dallas to Philadelphia

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Dallas to Philadelphia are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Dallas to Philadelphia with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Dallas to Philadelphia

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Dallas to Philadelphia: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Dallas to Philadelphia

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Dallas to Philadelphia in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $81 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Dallas to Philadelphia flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Dallas to Philadelphia airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) cost?
Snag cheap return fares starting from $136 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a American Airlines flight leaving DFW on August 19 2025 and touching down at PHL. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DFW to PHL?
The cheapest flights from DFW to PHL are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
You can fly straight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) on an American Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from DFW to PHL?
Journey from DFW to PHL with Frontier Airlines. This carrier currently offers the lowest one-way fare on this route, starting at $87. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DFW on August 18 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Each day, an average of 8 direct flights operate from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). Select the departure date that works for you.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Flights between DFW and PHL tend to be busiest at 5 AM. If you'd like a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper fares, choose a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from DFW to PHL?
Travel on a Sunday if you're looking for the biggest selection of flights from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL).
What is the earliest flight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 5:10AM UTC-6, leaving from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW). You'll be flying for around 3h 9m, arriving at Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) at approximately 9:19AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
It takes approximately 3 hours and 9 minutes to fly the 1,300 mi from DFW to PHL.
What is the best time to fly from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Select a flight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Philadelphia from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
Compare your flight options from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). This is the only airport in Philadelphia you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a flight from DFW to PHL generally means paying more. Although you may find some last-minute discounts, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel plans flexible to maximize your chances of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a DFW to PHL flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a DFW to PHL flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one place. Once you've selected your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
You can usually reschedule or cancel your DFW to PHL flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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