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- To downtownDART Orange Line from Terminal A (lower-level walkway near Entry A10), about 50 min to downtown Dallas, $3 for a 3-hour pass or $6 day pass. TEXRail to Fort Worth leaves from Terminal B.details
- Uber / LyftFollow the blue "Ride App" signs. Terminals A, B, C and E pick up at the curb outside baggage claim; Terminal D lets you choose upper (Departures) or lower (Arrivals) level. The app tells you the zone.details
- Between terminalsSkylink train after security, free, 24 h, every 2 min, up to 9 min end to end. Terminal Link shuttle before security, free, every 8–10 min, 10–20 min ride.details
- NursingNursing rooms after security near gates A18, B40, C13/14, C36, D2, D36, E14 and E26. Free.details
Getting to and from the airport 11
DART Orange Line to downtown DallasTrain DFW Airport Terminal A Station, reached by the lower-level walkway near Entry A10. From other terminals take Terminal Link (landside) or Skylink to A then exit.
About 50 min to West End / Pearl-Arts District. Travel time comes from a 2014 DART FAQ; current timetables may differ slightly.
DART Silver Line to north Dallas suburbsTrain DFW Airport Terminal B Station, near gate B43 (lower-level walkway)
Opened 25 Oct 2025. Goes to Coppell, Carrollton, Addison, Richardson and Plano; does not go downtown. Shares the station with TEXRail.
TEXRail to downtown Fort WorthTrain DFW Airport Terminal B Station; pedestrian walkway from the lower level of Terminal B, near gate B43. Walkway also links to the Terminal A DART station.
Stops at Grapevine and North Richland Hills, ends at Fort Worth T&P. Schedule details are from a Nov 2024 Trinity Metro release; fares from the Mar 2026 fare page.
TRE Link shuttle to CentrePort/DFW Airport TRE stationBus DFW lists the stop at Terminal B Station; DART's page says it boards on the upper level outside D22 in Terminal D. Confirm on the shuttle tracker.
Connects to the Trinity Railway Express for Dallas and Fort Worth. Sources disagree on the stop; DART's description is more specific.
Taxi standsTaxi Lower level of Terminals A, B, C, D and E, outside baggage claim
Metered. DFW does not publish flat rates on this page.
Rental Car Center (off-site, by shuttle)Car rental Follow "Rental Car" signs to the lower-level shuttle stop at any terminal. Center is at 2424 E 38th St near the south entrance.
Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Payless, Sixt, Thrifty and others. Construction may slow the shuttle.
Nothing matches where you are — ground transport is all before security.
Between terminals 3
Skylink (after security)Inter-terminal train Two stations per terminal, up the escalator/elevator from the gate level (level 3 in A and B). Roughly at A13–16 and A29–34, B9–14 and B28–43, C8–12 and C27–35, D11–20 and D24–34, E8–11 and E31–34.
About 5 min average, 9 min maximum between the farthest terminals. Lets you use any lounge or amenity in any terminal without re-clearing security. Station gate ranges are from UpgradedPoints (2025).
Terminal Link shuttle (before security)Inter-terminal shuttle Upper (Departures) level at Terminals A, B, C and E; lower (Arrivals) level at Terminal D. Use "Find nearest stop" in the DFW app. Terminal C stop temporarily on the lower level near C17 during construction.
10–20 min depending on terminals. Needed if you have checked bags or are heading to the rail stations from C, D or E. Stop entry numbers (A10/A16, B14/B43, D17/D29, E14/E35) are from UpgradedPoints, May 2025.
Landside walkways between terminalsWalkway A–B, A–C and C–D are 5–10 min with moving walkways; B–D 5–10 min without; A–D and B–C 10–20 min. Terminal E has no walkway to any other terminal.
Third-party guide; DFW's connect page mentions walking routes without times.
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Families and nursing 10
Nursing room Near gate A18
DFW's family page lists the gate only; no detail on fittings. Use the interactive map or GoodMaps app to find the door.
Nursing room Near gate B40
Nursing room Near gates C13/C14
Nursing room Near gate C36
Nursing room Near gate D2
Nursing room Near gate D36
Nursing room Near gate E14
Nursing room Near gate E26
McDonald's Play AreaPlay area Gate D8
Foam-soft playscape for small children, with seating and charging outlets for parents. The only play area DFW lists.
Formula, breast milk and baby food through securityPolicy Security screening
Formula, breast milk, toddler drinks and baby food over 3.4 oz / 100 ml are allowed in carry-on and need not fit the quart bag; the child need not be present. Tell the TSA officer and take them out for separate screening.
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Lounges 15
American Airlines Admirals ClubAirline lounge Gate A24
- Admirals Club members and Citi / AAdvantage Executive primary cardmembers (physical card)
- oneworld Sapphire / Emerald on any AA or oneworld flight; AA Platinum and above on qualifying international flights only
- Business / First on qualifying international, Flagship transcontinental or Flagship domestic flights
- One-Day Pass $79 or 7,900 miles, capacity permitting
Hours not published on the DFW page; check the AA app.
American Airlines Admirals ClubAirline lounge Gate B3
- Admirals Club members and Citi / AAdvantage Executive primary cardmembers
- oneworld Sapphire / Emerald; AA Platinum+ on qualifying international flights
- Business / First on qualifying international or Flagship flights
- One-Day Pass $79, capacity permitting
American Airlines Admirals ClubAirline lounge Gate C20
- Admirals Club members and Citi / AAdvantage Executive primary cardmembers
- oneworld Sapphire / Emerald; AA Platinum+ on qualifying international flights
- Business / First on qualifying international or Flagship flights
- One-Day Pass $79, capacity permitting
American Airlines Admirals ClubAirline lounge Gate D24
- Admirals Club members and Citi / AAdvantage Executive primary cardmembers
- oneworld Sapphire / Emerald; AA Platinum+ on qualifying international flights
- Business / First on qualifying international or Flagship flights
- One-Day Pass $79, capacity permitting
American Airlines Admirals ClubAirline lounge Gate E22
- Admirals Club members and Citi / AAdvantage Executive primary cardmembers
- oneworld Sapphire / Emerald; AA Platinum+ on qualifying international flights
- Business / First on qualifying international or Flagship flights
- One-Day Pass $79, capacity permitting
American Airlines Flagship Lounge + Flagship First DiningAirline lounge Near gate D23
- First or Business on a qualifying same-day international, Flagship transcontinental or Flagship domestic flight
- oneworld Emerald / Sapphire on qualifying international flights
- Flagship First Dining: Flagship First, Flagship Business Plus or select Flagship Business fares only
- International First passengers may bring one guest; others no guests
American Express Centurion LoungeCard lounge Across from gate D12
- Amex Platinum (consumer, business, corporate) and Centurion cardholders
- Delta SkyMiles Reserve cardholders on a same-day Delta flight
- Entry within 3 hours of departure; no entry on arrival (connections within 5 h OK)
- Guests $50 adult / $30 child unless your card includes them
Reach it from any terminal by Skylink. Plaza Premium now occupies the former Centurion space near D15.
Capital One LoungeCard lounge Near gate D22, second level; take the elevator from the foyer and turn left
- Venture X / Venture X Business cardholders plus two guests; extra guests $45
- Venture and Spark Miles cardholders lost complimentary visits from 1 Jan 2025
- Anyone else $65 per visit with a same-day boarding pass
Next to the Flagship Lounge. Location (D22) confirmed on DFW's lounge page; hours and access from The Points Guy (updated June 2025).
Chase Sapphire Lounge by The ClubCard lounge Near gate D25, split-level
- Sapphire Reserve, Sapphire Reserve for Business, J.P. Morgan Reserve (primary) plus two guests; extra guests $27
- Ritz-Carlton Credit Card primary and authorized users
- Priority Pass Select members, within 3 hours of departure
Opened 16 July 2026. Hours not in the press release; check the Chase or Priority Pass app.
The Club DFWPay-in lounge Near gate D27, mezzanine level
- Priority Pass, within 3 hours of departure
- Pre-booking available through Priority Pass
Under-18s must be with an adult. From other terminals take Skylink and allow time to get back.
Delta Sky ClubAirline lounge Between gates E10 and E11
- Delta One / SkyTeam business and first
- Sky Club members and Delta Reserve / Amex Platinum cardholders on same-day Delta flights, within 3 hours of departure
Hours not retrievable; check the Fly Delta app.
United ClubAirline lounge Gate E6
- United Club members, United Polaris / Star Alliance business and first
- Star Alliance Gold on international itineraries
DFW lists the location only; access rules are United's standard ones. Check the United app for hours.
Foreign-carrier lounges (Air France, Emirates, Korean Air, Lufthansa, British Airways, Qantas)Airline lounge Air France, Emirates, Korean Air and Lufthansa at gate D16; British Airways and Qantas at gate D27
- Business / First and alliance elites of each airline; check with your airline
Six separate airline lounges. DFW gives locations only, no hours.
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Accessibility 4
Wheelchair and mobility assistancePolicy Request through your airline
DFW's accessibility page covers parking, shuttles and amenities but does not describe wheelchair service; airlines provide it, so book it with your carrier in advance. DFW ADA office by text +1-972-526-0974 or askdfw@dfwairport.com.
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard and TSA CaresHidden disabilities Throughout the airport
DFW staff recognise the Sunflower lanyard. A 2025 Dallas Innovates piece says lanyards are mailed free to passengers' homes rather than handed out on site. TSA Cares can be booked for screening help.
GoodMaps indoor navigationWayfinding app Download before you arrive (iOS / Android)
Audio-guided indoor navigation to gates, restrooms and dining, designed for blind and low-vision travellers.
Accessible parking and shuttlesAccessible transport All garages and lots; shuttle stops at every terminal
Every garage and lot has accessible parking. Terminal Link, Express, Remote and Rental Car shuttles are all ADA accessible and free.
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Rest, showers, quiet 4
Interfaith chapelPrayer / quiet room Near gate D40
DFW Interfaith Chaplaincy runs chapels in several terminals; D40 is the only one DFW's own site locates (2019 news release). Services subject to chaplain availability.
Minute SuitesNap suite Near gate A39 (Priority Pass lists A38)
- Walk-up or online booking
- Priority Pass (1 hour included, up to 3 companions in the same suite)
Private room with daybed, TV and workstation. No showers at this location.
Minute Suites (temporarily closed)Nap suite + showers Near gate D23
Closed for renovation from 1 Oct 2026; Terminal A location stays open. When open, this is the only Minute Suites at DFW with showers.
Be Relax SpaSpa Next to gate D21, on the right after the 7-Eleven
A second Be Relax is in Terminal B (7:00–21:00), gate not listed.
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Pets and service animals 8
Indoor pet relief areaPet relief area Near gate A29
Indoor pet relief areaPet relief area Near gate B28
Indoor pet relief areaPet relief area Near gate D18
Indoor pet relief areaPet relief area Near gate E31
Terminal C has no indoor relief area; use Skylink to A, B, D or E.
Outdoor pet relief areaPet relief area Outside entry door A8, lower level
Outdoor pet relief area (temporary)Pet relief area In the parking garage near C17, lower level
Temporary location due to Terminal C construction.
Outdoor pet relief areasPet relief area Outside entry doors D15 and D29, lower level
You need your boarding pass and ID to re-enter security.
Outdoor pet relief areasPet relief area Outside entry doors E2 and E38, lower level
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Services 5
Free airport Wi-FiWi-Fi Everywhere
Network names "DFW Public 5G Wi-Fi" or "DFW Public 6E Wi-Fi". Free seated power stations and USB charging in most gate areas.
DFW Lost and Found officeLost and found Terminal E baggage claim, near E4, before security
For anything lost in the terminal, Skylink, shuttles or parking. File online at dfw.odinlf.com or call +1-972-973-4420. Items left on a plane go to the airline. Beware third-party sites charging fees.
American Airlines Lost and FoundLost and found AA Customer Service near gate B18, after security
For items left on an AA aircraft or at an AA gate. Phone +1-469-784-2888.
Grand Hyatt DFWHotel Inside Terminal D, landside; from other terminals use Skylink (then exit) or Terminal Link
The only hotel inside a terminal. Hotel guests heading to D gates just clear Terminal D security.
Hyatt Regency DFWHotel Next to Terminal C, with a free 24-hour shuttle to all terminals
Listed by DFW as one of three on-airport hotels; location and shuttle detail are from NerdWallet (2026), not DFW.
Nothing matches where you are — change the terminal or security filter to see all.
Last full review 2026-10-26. "Unconfirmed" means a reputable third-party source we couldn't confirm on the airport's own pages. Gates and pickup zones change; report an error.