$43 Cheap Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Los Angeles (DFW-LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $43 for one-way flights and $86 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 20
DFW
Dallas
LAX
Los Angeles
$86 Roundtrip, just found
$86
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Dallas to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $86 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 20
DFW
Dallas
LAX
Los Angeles
$90 Roundtrip, just found
$90
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Dallas to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $90 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Aug 9 - Sat, Aug 16
DFW
Dallas
LAX
Los Angeles
$94 Roundtrip, just found
$94
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 9 from Dallas to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $94 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Aug 16 - Sat, Aug 23
DFW
Dallas
LAX
Los Angeles
$106 Roundtrip, just found
$106
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 16 from Dallas to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $106 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 13
DFW
Dallas
LAX
Los Angeles
$110 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$110
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Dallas to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $110 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Aug 16 - Sat, Aug 23
DFW
Dallas
LAX
Los Angeles
$110 Roundtrip, just found
$110
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 16 from Dallas to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $110 just found
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 13
DFW
Dallas
LAX
Los Angeles
$117 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Dallas to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $117 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
DAL
Dallas
LAX
Los Angeles
$195 Roundtrip, just found
$195
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Dallas to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $195 just found
United
Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 27
DFW
Dallas
LAX
Los Angeles
$210 Roundtrip, just found
$210
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Dallas to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $210 just found
Sun Country Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 31
DFW
Dallas
LAX
Los Angeles
$363 Roundtrip, just found
$363
Roundtrip
just found
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Dallas to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $363 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dallas (DFW) to Los Angeles (LAX)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $68 - $427 per traveler.

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Select flight to Bob Hope BUR. Average driving time to city center is 18 minutes. Flights from $421
BUR
Bob Hope
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $421
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LGB
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Average driving time to city center27 min
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Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$86
Distance
1231 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 6 mins

Dallas to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Dallas to Los Angeles

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 Los Angeles are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Dallas to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Dallas to Los Angeles

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Dallas to Los Angeles: 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 Los Angeles

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 Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $43 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Pick up cheap return tickets starting at $110 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). 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 Spirit Airlines flight leaving DFW on August 5 2025 and touching down at LAX. The price was last updated on July 17 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DFW to LAX?
The cheapest flights from DFW to LAX 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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Avoid the detours and fly direct to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) with 4 airlines, including:

  • American Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from DFW to LAX?
With prices starting from $47 for a one-way flight from DFW to LAX, Spirit Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier operating this route. 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 5 2025. Prices were last updated on July 17 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
With, on average, 17 direct flights departing from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) daily, you'll be on your way in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
More people fly between DFW and LAX at 9 AM than at any other time. Rather go when it's quieter? Consider flying outside peak hours and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from DFW to LAX?
Jet off on a Sunday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the earliest flight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The earliest flight taking off from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) is at around 6:15AM UTC-6. Board this plane and you'll reach Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) at approximately 7:43AM UTC-8. The total travel time is 3h 28m.
How long does it take to fly from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
It takes approximately 3 hours and 31 minutes to travel the 1,250 mi from DFW to LAX.
What airline has the least delays from DFW to LAX?
Consider booking with Aeromexico if you'd like to fly straight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) without any holdups. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 100%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
To avoid possible delays on the Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Los Angeles from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) offers direct flights to Los Angeles. Here are a few of the airports you can fly straight to:

  • Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA)
  • Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from DFW to LAX shortly before your trip is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a DFW to LAX flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a DFW to LAX flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. After choosing your preferred flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
If you reserved your DFW to LAX flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more details.

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