4/ 5 reviews
Easy in & out
“The airport itself is super convenient, with an easy drive to and from downtown Dallas.”
Jonathan Foulk5★ on Google
Airports / Texas / DAL
Large airport · DAL
Dallas Love Field.
Dallas, Texas · 487 ft elevation. 8 charter operators based here.
4.4/5
Google rating
15,914 ratings
8
Operators based
487
Elevation ft
Scheduled service
Dallas, TexasELEV 487 FTLarge airportScheduled service
4.4
Google rating
15,914
Google reviews
ratings on Google
8
Based operators
charter operators on the field
7
FBOs on field
ramp, fuel and handling
487
Field elevation
feet above sea level
Field standing
8 operators
Charter fleet based on the field
More resident charter operators than 94% of the 651 US fields with a based fleet on the register.
10 nm
To the nearest alternate
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), 6 fields within 50 nm.
Overview
Dallas Love Field (KDAL / DAL) is a large commercial airport serving Dallas, Texas. The airport sits 487 feet above sea level. Alongside scheduled airline service, the airport handles a steady flow of private and charter traffic.
The airport anchors local charter capacity, American Jet International Corporation, Ameriflight, LLC, and Business Jet Services are based here, 8 in all. When weather or ramp space demands it, nearby options are Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW, 10 nm), Mid-Way Regional Airport (KJWY, 23 nm), and Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport (AFW, 25 nm). With 2 runways, the longest 8,800-foot paved runway, DAL can typically accommodate aircraft as large as VIP airliners.
Planning a trip? The Dallas, TX destination guide covers routes, aircraft options, and what to expect on the ground. In directories and search listings it also appears under QDF. Compare rated operators or run a route through the cost estimator to gauge pricing from Dallas.
7 FBOs serve KDAL. Run one? Become the preferred FBO
Ramp services
FBOs on the field
Atlantic Aviation Dallas Love
Your FBO? Claim it, freeDallas is the third largest city in Texas and the 9th largest in the United States, providing a central location perfect for both business and fun adventures. Rest assured, you will receive the same stellar Atlantic Attitude here that you've come to expect from any of our locations.
- Fuel
- Hangar
- Mon-Sun: 24 Hours
- Unicom 130.65
- Executive lounge
- Customs
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Courtesy car
- Car rental
- Restrooms
- Hangar
- +8 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Business Jet Center
Your FBO? Claim it, freeBusiness Jet takes pride in consistently being the only award-winning FBO at Dallas Love Field. We’re dedicated to providing a truly safe, vibrant, and personalized aviation experience built on trusted service through a humble heart and family-spirited atmosphere.
- Fuel
- Hangar
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Unicom 129.80
- Executive lounge
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Cafe
- Courtesy car
- Car rental
- Restrooms
- Hotel help
- +14 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Jet Aviation Dallas
Your FBO? Claim it, freeA contemporary city in the northeast of Texas and the historical heart of the Lone Star state. A hub of business, innovation, and education, that brings together culture, community, and history. Since 1999, we have been here to welcome you, whatever brings you to Dallas.
- Fuel
- Hangar
- Monday – Sunday: 24 hours
- Unicom 131.05
- Executive lounge
- Customs
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Courtesy car
- Car rental
- Hotel help
- Hangar
- +9 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Signature Flight Support Dallas Love Field Terminal 3 at Alpha 3
Your FBO? Claim it, freeDallas is the heart of a North Texas economy with over 6 million residents and 3 million jobs. Downtown/Uptown Dallas is the metro area's largest employment center (134,000 jobs). Reaching your business operations, markets and suppliers is easy.
- Fuel
- Hangar
- 24/7
- Unicom 129.275
- Executive lounge
- Customs
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Cafe
- Vending
- Car rental
- Taxi
- +19 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Signature Flight Support Dallas Terminal 1
Your FBO? Claim it, freeDallas is the heart of a North Texas economy with over 6 million residents and 3 million jobs. Downtown/Uptown Dallas is the metro area's largest employment center (134,000 jobs). Reaching your business operations, markets and suppliers is easy.
- Fuel
- Hangar
- 24/7
- Unicom 130.4
- Executive lounge
- Customs
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Cafe
- Vending
- Courtesy car
- Car rental
- +21 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Signature Flight Support Dallas Terminal 2
Your FBO? Claim it, freeDallas is the heart of a North Texas economy with over 6 million residents and 3 million jobs. Downtown/Uptown Dallas is the metro area's largest employment center (134,000 jobs). Reaching your business operations, markets and suppliers is easy.
- Fuel
- Hangar
- 24/7
- Unicom 130.75
- Executive lounge
- Customs
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Cafe
- Vending
- Car rental
- Taxi
- +20 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Signature Flight Support Dallas Terminal 4
Your FBO? Claim it, freeOverflowing with Texas charm, Dallas is a city famous for its mouth-watering tex-mex cuisine, eclectic art scene, massive state fair, and of course, Dallas Cowboys football. Art lovers rejoice in the celebrated Arts District Downtown, while nature enthusiasts will delight in the city’s 21,000 acres of parks with over 61 miles of trails and 17 separate lakes to explore.
- Fuel
- Hangar
- 6am - 10pm daily
- Unicom 131.6
- Executive lounge
- Customs
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Cafe
- Vending
- Courtesy car
- Car rental
- +18 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Directory data, unpaid. FBOs can take the Preferred slot above.
What fliers highlight.
From the stored review texts
4/ 5 reviews
Terminal & facilities
“The airport is clean, has lots of restrooms and is easy to navigate.”
Rachel Stephens5★ on Google
2/ 5 reviews
Staff & service
“Clean, well-organized, and the staff were friendly and helpful throughout my experience.”
R Morretti5★ on Google
Themes counted by keyword across Google review texts for Dallas Love Field, every quote is verbatim from a real review.
Field capability
ICAO
KDAL
IATA
DAL
FAA / Local
DAL
Elevation
487 ft
Coordinates
32.8448° N · 96.8477° W
Airspace
B · BravoClass B, BravoThe FAA's busiest airspace tier, major hubs like LAX or JFK. Every flight needs an explicit ATC clearance to enter, and charter jets are sequenced alongside airline traffic.Source: FAA NASR class airspace
Size
Large
Scheduled svc
Yes
Elevation vs TX fields
state range 6–4,849 ft
At 487 ft, DAL sits lower than 63% of the 159 Texas fields on the register.
Runways & aircraft access
2 runways
longest 8,800 ft
- 13R/31L8,800 ft × 150 ftConcreteLighted
- 13L/31R7,752 ft × 150 ftConcreteLighted
Which aircraft can operate here
vs longest paved runway 8,800 ft
DAL's 8,800 ft paved runway typically supports charter aircraft up to VIP airliners.
- Turboprop3,000 ft
- Light Jet3,500 ft
- Midsize Jet4,500 ft
- Super-Midsize Jet5,000 ft
- Heavy Jet5,500 ft
- VIP Airliner6,000 ft
Class minimums are sea-level planning rules of thumb. A specific aircraft's balanced-field length varies with weight, temperature, and field elevation. Confirm performance with the operator.
Based charter operators8
- Ameriflight, LLCDallas · Part 1354.8(25)144 aircraft · KDAL
- Leviate Jet ManagementDallas, TX · Part 1354.5(17)12 aircraft · KDAL
- American Jet International CorporationHouston, TX · Part 1355.0(5)11 aircraft · KDAL
- Business Jet ServicesDallas, TX · Part 1354.6(12)8 aircraft · KDAL
- Trinity Private Jet CharterDallas, TX · Part 1355.0(1)7 aircraft · KDAL
- Mach Point Aviation ElevatedDallas · Part 1355.0(4)1 aircraft · KDAL
- Royal Flight Club (Operated by Century Aviation, Inc.)Dallas, TX · Part 1354.7(59)KDAL
- Chairman Airmotive II LLCDallas, TX · Part 135KDAL
Access & alternates
Closest alternate fields by great-circle distance, every listing links to its own field brief.
- 10nmDFWDallas Fort Worth International AirportDallas-Fort Worth
- 23nmKJWYMid-Way Regional AirportMidlothian/Waxahachie
- 25nmAFWPerot Field/Fort Worth Alliance AirportFort Worth
- 26nmFTWFort Worth Meacham International AirportFort Worth
- 30nmFWHNAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell FieldFort Worth
- 45nmK76FVan Zandt County Regional AirportWills Point
Destinations served
Location
Open the full mapKDAL · Dallas Love Field · Dallas, TX
From the ramp
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Flight times from here
Approximate nonstop block times from DAL on a typical midsize charter jet. Faster classes trim these; add positioning and taxi for the real schedule.
| Destination | Distance | Block time |
|---|---|---|
| Austin (AUS) | 164 nm | 47m |
| Houston (HOU) | 208 nm | 53m |
| Nashville (BNA) | 540 nm | 1h 39m |
| Denver (DEN) | 566 nm | 1h 43m |
| Aspen (ASE) | 619 nm | 1h 50m |
| Vail / Eagle (EGE) | 635 nm | 1h 53m |
| Chicago (ORD) | 694 nm | 2h 1m |
| Scottsdale (SCF) | 757 nm | 2h 10m |
Common questions
- What size private jets can use DAL?
- Dallas Love Field's longest paved runway is 8,800 ft, which typically supports charter aircraft up to VIP airliners. Lighter classes (turboprops, light and midsize jets) operate comfortably; confirm exact performance for a specific tail with the operator, since balanced-field length shifts with weight, temperature, and elevation.
- What is the longest runway at DAL?
- Dallas Love Field has 2 runways; the longest measures 8,800 ft on a paved surface and is lit for night operations.
- Are there charter operators based at DAL?
- Yes. 8 charter operators list Dallas Love Field as a home base, including American Jet International Corporation, Ameriflight, LLC, Business Jet Services. You can also request quotes from operators that reposition aircraft into the field.
- Which FBOs are at Dallas Love Field?
- 7 FBOs serve DAL: Atlantic Aviation Dallas Love, Business Jet Center, Jet Aviation Dallas, Signature Flight Support Dallas Love Field Terminal 3 at Alpha 3, Signature Flight Support Dallas Terminal 1, Signature Flight Support Dallas Terminal 2 and Signature Flight Support Dallas Terminal 4. Phone, website, hours, unicom and services for each are listed on this page. Call ahead for fuel, ramp space, and ground handling.
- What is the nearest major airport to DAL?
- The closest alternate is Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), about 10 nm away, followed by Mid-Way Regional Airport (KJWY) at 23 nm. Operators often position aircraft between these fields depending on ramp space and availability.
- How long is a flight from DAL to major cities?
- Typical block times on a midsize jet: Houston about 53m (208 nm), Nashville about 1h 39m (540 nm), Denver about 1h 43m (566 nm). Faster classes trim these times; add positioning and taxi for the real schedule.