Things to do at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

Dallas Fort Worth Airport in Dallas, Texas is an international airport larger in acreage than the island of Manhattan. It is located halfway between major cities Dallas and Fort Worth and was, by passenger traffic, the 11th busiest airport in the world in 2016.

DFW is committed to looking after the well-being of its traveling passengers, with wellness amenities and services throughout the airport. Here is everything you need to know for your upcoming trip through DFW.

Things to do at DFW

Relax with a massage at XpresSpa.

Relax and enjoy your airport downtime by heading to XpresSpa in Terminal A, D and E. XpresSpa offers premium spa services such as massage, facials and nail care right in the terminal. XpresSpa at DFW is open from 6 am to 10 pm and caters its services to the time you have available. So even if you only have 30 minutes to spare, you can still stop by and get a relaxing massage before continuing on your journey.

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Get some peace and quiet at The Club at DFW Airport Lounge.

If you have a little extra time to spare next time you are at DFW why not head to The Club at DFW airport lounge and relax in style before your next flight. Enjoy complimentary snacks, high speed Wi-Fi and, if you feel you need it a shower to help you refresh and energize. The lounge can be found in Terminal D across from Gate 27 and costs $40 for entry but you can only enter 3 hours before your scheduled flight departure.

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Refresh and energize with a nap and a shower at Minute Suites.

If you have a longer layover at DFW you can grab a nap and a shower at Minute Suites. There are two Minute Suites locations at DFW, one in Terminal D (find the showers here) and one in Terminal A. All suites come with complimentary Wi-Fi and can host up to four travelers at a time. You have to book the suite for one hour minimum ($42) and can reserve in 15-minute increments after that. The showers are available to rent without reserving a suite at $30 for 30 minutes.

Free things to do at DFW

Stretch in the Yoga Rooms - Nothing beats a good stretch before getting into the cramped and uncomfortable conditions of an airplane. Head to the yoga room at Dallas Fort Worth airport and enjoy a quiet and relaxing space to stretch and practice yoga. There are two yoga rooms at DFW, both of which are located after security. Find one studio at Gate D40 and the other at Gate E31. Mats are provided at both yoga studios.

Stroll on the Walking Path - DFW encourages all traveling passengers to move and be active during their time at the airport. If you are looking for things to do at DFW to pass the time take a walk around the terminals on the designated walking path. The path is aligned with the DFW Art Program so you can discover some art as you walk.

Meditate in the Interfaith Chapel- Interfaith Chapels are a great place to get away from the chaos of the airport and find a quiet place to meditate and reset your body and mind before continuing your journey. There are multiple interfaith chapels throughout DFW, both pre and post security. Before you go through security you can find chapels at A24 and C15. After security head to B25, D21 and E4.

Baggage Storage - Unfortunately, due to security reasons there are no luggage storage facilities at DFW. Vertoe has luggage storage options if you are heading to downtown Dallas or Fort Worth.

Best Eats - There are so many great options for food at DFW.

Quick bite: UFood Grill

A great spot to grab a quick but healthy bite. Everything at UFood Grill is baked, steamed or grilled so you can have the food you love cooked in a healthier way. Find UFood Grill at Gate B40.

Sit-down meal: Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen

Sit down to a delicious, fresh seafood diner at Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen. There are two locations in the airport, one at A24 and the other at C14. Take your pick from the Chef’s Selections menu which features seasonal dishes with fresh produce.

If you have more than 6 hours on a layover at Dallas Fort Worth Airport, why not get out of the airport and enjoy the surrounding area.

Watch planes take off at Founders’ Plaza - If you want to get out of the airport and get some fresh air but do not want to venture too far from the airport head to the DFW Founders’ Plaza for some plane spotting. The Observation area offers amazing views of airplanes taking off and landing with telescopes to help you get a better look. Even if you are not an aviation enthusiast it is a great spot to get some fresh air close to the airport.

Head to McCormick Park to walk/run in the sun - Slightly further away than the Observation area but still close to the airport is McCormick Park. Located just over 6 miles from DFW, McCormick Park is a great place to spend a few hours in the Texas sunshine. The 12-acre park features a 1.3-mile running/walking/biking path and is open from 5am to 11pm daily. Your best option to get to the park is via taxi directly from the terminal.

Head to Fort Worth (23 miles) or Dallas (20 miles) and soak up some culture - One of the unfortunate things about Dallas Forth Worth Airport is that is it not particularly close to either Dallas or Fort Worth. However, if you do have a longer layover and want to use that time to soak up some culture you should definitely consider heading to either of the cities. If you choose Fort Worth, head to the Fort Worth Cultural District where you can easily walk to six world class museums. If you choose Dallas head to the Texas Discovery Gardens where you can stroll and meditate within 7.5 acres of botanical gardens.

Transport options - Getting to, from and around the airport

Inter-Terminal - The Skylink at DFW is a free automated train service that transports post security passengers between terminals.

Taxi - Taxi is your fastest option for getting out of the airport to downtown Dallas or Fort Worth or into the areas surrounding the airport. Taxi ranks are available at all terminals however please be aware that there are a number of toll roads surrounding the airport.

Train - The Orange Line runs from DFW Airport to downtown Dallas. The station is located in Terminal A and travel time takes approx. 1 hour.

TEXRail connects DFW to Fort Worth. The station is located in Terminal B and travel time takes approx. 50 min.

Limo service - To really treat yourself to a luxurious and convenient mode of transportation, Dallas limo service is all you need.

A handy local guide with lots of up-to-the-minute tips including;

Safety, Walking, Covid status, Helpful FAQs and Travel-related articles https://www.exploreist.com/usa/texas/fort-worth/

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