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$91+ Cheap flights from Dallas to Philadelphia (PHL)

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DFW — PHL
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas to Philadelphia are usually found in August or October, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Dallas to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas (A78) to Philadelphia (PHL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

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One-way from

$91
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Average price

$291
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This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/228:00 amDFW - PHL
1 stop12h 24mFrontier
Sat 5/2411:49 amPHL - DFW
1 stop28h 25mFrontier
Deal found 5/12$194
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/311:43 amDFW - PHL
1 stop9h 53mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/117:12 pmPHL - DFW
2 stops29h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/12$197
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/118:23 pmDFW - PHL
1 stop7h 47mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/137:18 pmPHL - DFW
1 stop15h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$202
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/145:15 amDFW - PHL
Nonstop3h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/219:15 pmPHL - DFW
Nonstop3h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$267
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Tue 7/812:45 pmDAL - PHL
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Wed 7/93:20 pmPHL - DAL
Nonstop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 5/12$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/104:08 pmDAL - PHL
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Tue 6/172:12 pmPHL - DAL
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/11$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/135:43 pmDFW - PHL
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Tue 6/172:12 pmPHL - DFW
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 5/12$291

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dallas to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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DallasPhiladelphia

DFW - PHL

DFWPHL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 5/22

8:00 am-9:24 pm

1 stop12h 24m

Philadelphia

Sat 5/24

11:49 am-3:14 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$194

DallasPhiladelphia

DFW - PHL

DFWPHL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 6/3

11:43 am-10:36 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Philadelphia

Wed 6/11

7:12 pm-11:31 pm

2 stops29h 19m

$197

DallasPhiladelphia

DFW - PHL

DFWPHL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 6/11

8:23 pm-5:10 am

1 stop7h 47m

Philadelphia

Fri 6/13

7:18 pm-9:21 am

1 stop15h 03m

$202

DallasPhiladelphia

DFW - PHL

DFWPHL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 6/14

5:15 am-9:28 am

Nonstop3h 13m

Philadelphia

Tue 7/1

5:00 am-7:28 am

Nonstop3h 28m

$267

DallasPhiladelphia

DAL - PHL

DALPHL

Dallas Love Field

Tue 7/8

12:45 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Philadelphia

Wed 7/9

3:20 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$267

DallasPhiladelphia

DAL - PHL

DALPHL

Dallas Love Field

Tue 6/10

4:08 pm-12:59 am

1 stop7h 51m

Philadelphia

Tue 6/17

2:12 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$287

DallasPhiladelphia

DFW - PHL

DFWPHL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 6/13

5:43 pm-12:59 am

1 stop6h 16m

Philadelphia

Tue 6/17

2:12 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$291

DallasPhiladelphia

DFW - PHL

DFWPHL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 8/13

5:45 am-1:29 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$91

DallasPhiladelphia

DFW - PHL

DFWPHL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 5/19

8:12 pm-12:38 am

Nonstop3h 26m

$93

DallasPhiladelphia

DFW - PHL

DFWPHL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 6/17

5:15 am-9:28 am

Nonstop3h 13m

$134

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Dallas to Philadelphia trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat, enhancing comfort on 3-hour flights.


Frontier's Economy Bundle includes a carry-on, seat selection, and no cancellation fees, adding value.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for comfort on 3-hour flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop speeds up airport check-in. Print your boarding pass to avoid fees.

Read more about Spirit Airlinesby Daniel Scheffler
Airports
DFW

DFW offers efficient Skylink trains every two minutes for quick terminal transfers, ideal for early morning flights to PHL.

Read more about DFWby Chris Dong
PHL

For quick city access, use SEPTA trains from PHL, available outside Terminals A, B, C/D, and E/F, operating 5 a.m. to midnight.

Read more about PHLby Mark Chesnut
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Spirit Airlines

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on DFW

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on PHL

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Best time to book a flight from Dallas to Philadelphia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Philadelphia from Dallas with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dallas to Philadelphia

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dallas to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dallas to Philadelphia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dallas to Philadelphia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Dallas to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DFW to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 59% on flights from Dallas to Philadelphia by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dallas to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dallas to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dallas to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dallas to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas to Philadelphia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

The most flights from A78 to PHL are scheduled on a Friday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Philadelphia. Reviews last updated May 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Dallas to Philadelphia by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,724 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dallas to Philadelphia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from Dallas?

    Philadelphia (PHL), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Dallas to Philadelphia. 5 airlines have flights to Philadelphia from Dallas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Dallas to Philadelphia should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 21 inbound flights from Dallas per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dallas to Philadelphia round-trip?

    Currently priced at $196, Frontier will fly you from Dallas to Philadelphia and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $197 and $267, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 22% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dallas to Philadelphia one-way?

    $91 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $92 and $134, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dallas to Philadelphia?

    Before booking your flight to Philadelphia from Dallas, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Spirit Airlines (100%), Japan Airlines (84%), GOL( 83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas to Philadelphia?

    While on average a flight from Dallas to Philadelphia is generally $492, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $84. When looking at the most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $101 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dallas to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dallas to Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dallas to Philadelphia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dallas to Philadelphia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dallas to Philadelphia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dallas to Philadelphia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dallas to Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Dallas to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Dallas to Philadelphia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Dallas to Philadelphia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$66Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$76Average$172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$172Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$212Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$227Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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