$144 Cheap Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Dayton (DAY)

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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Dayton (DFW-DAY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $144 for one-way flights and $325 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
DFW
Dallas
DAY
Dayton
$325 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$325
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from Dallas to Dayton, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $325 found 9 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 18
DFW
Dallas
DAY
Dayton
$328 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$328
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 8 from Dallas to Dayton, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $328 found 14 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 15
DFW
Dallas
DAY
Dayton
$331 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$331
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Dallas to Dayton, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $331 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Fri, Dec 12 - Thu, Jan 1
DFW
Dallas
DAY
Dayton
$340 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$340
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from Dallas to Dayton, returning Thu, Jan 1, priced at $340 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Sun, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 29
DFW
Dallas
DAY
Dayton
$344 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$344
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from Dallas to Dayton, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $344 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 6
DFW
Dallas
DAY
Dayton
$352 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$352
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from Dallas to Dayton, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $352 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 25
DFW
Dallas
DAY
Dayton
$355 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$355
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 17 from Dallas to Dayton, returning Thu, Dec 25, priced at $355 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Sun, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 29
DFW
Dallas
DAY
Dayton
$363 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$363
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from Dallas to Dayton, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $363 found 2 days ago
Delta
Mon, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 18
DFW
Dallas
DAY
Dayton
$404 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$404
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Dallas to Dayton, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $404 found 5 days ago
United
Sat, Apr 18 - Wed, Apr 29
DFW
Dallas
DAY
Dayton
$423 Roundtrip, just found
$423
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, Apr 18 from Dallas to Dayton, returning Wed, Apr 29, priced at $423 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dallas (DFW) to Dayton (DAY)

June is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $285 - $602 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Dayton

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. DAY. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $415
DAY
James M. Cox Dayton Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $415
Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Dayton (DAY)
Origin airport
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
Destination airport
James M. Cox Dayton Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Roundtrip price
$325
Distance
860 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 25 mins

Dallas to Dayton Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Dallas to Dayton

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Dallas to Dayton

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

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 Dayton in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $144 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 Dayton 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 Dayton 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 James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $144 or cheap return flight from $325 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY)?
Flying in September can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between DFW and DAY. You'll often find the lowest fares during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY)?
When heading out of Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW), you can board a nonstop flight to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) with American Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from DFW to DAY. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to score a good deal.
How many flights per day from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY)?
Every day, an average of 3 direct flights take off from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY). Choose the departure time that best suits your travel plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY)?
More travelers fly between DFW and DAY at 10 AM than at any other point in the day. Looking for a quieter experience? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and there's a chance you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from DFW to DAY?
Friday has the most flights from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY). Consider jetting off on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY)?
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)'s first flight to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) departs at approximately 7:55AM UTC-6. With a travel duration of 2h 23m, you'll land at around 11:18AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY)?
It usually takes 2 hours and 19 minutes to fly the 860 mi from DFW to DAY.
What airline has the least delays from DFW to DAY?
Consider traveling with Alaska Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) without any delays. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 87%. Want real-time updates? 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 James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY)?
To touch down at James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) without delays, pick a flight that leaves from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Dayton from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
If you're departing on a direct flight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Dayton, you'll land at either Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) or James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from DFW to DAY just before your getaway is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your schedule, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a DFW to DAY flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a DFW to DAY flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one easy place will take the stress out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then personalize your trip with 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 James M. Cox Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY)?
In most instances, you can cancel or modify your DFW to DAY flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's rules and fees on flight changes, or if you need more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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