AUS to DFW Route Guide
Austin, United States → Dallas, United States
Quick answer
KAUS (Austin, United States) to KDFW (Dallas, United States) is a 165 NM (306 km / 190 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 11° (N). Typical cruise altitude FL80, expected flight time 1h 26m, common aircraft: Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22.
Distance
165 NM
306 km / 190 mi
Initial Bearing
11° (N)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL80
8,000 ft
Block Time
1h 26m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
1,995 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
542 ft
KAUS
Arrival Elevation
607 ft
KDFW
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 165 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Cessna 172
- Piper PA-28
- Cirrus SR22
- King Air 200
Weather considerations
Pilots flying AUS-DFW should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between AUS and DFW?
165 nautical miles (306 km / 190 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Austin to Dallas?
Approximately 1h 26m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly AUS-DFW?
Common types include Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22, King Air 200 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL80 (8,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
11° true (N). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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