FLL to DFW Route Guide
Fort Lauderdale, United States → Dallas, United States
Quick answer
KFLL (Fort Lauderdale, United States) to KDFW (Dallas, United States) is a 972 NM (1,800 km / 1,119 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 299° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 2h 35m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
972 NM
1,800 km / 1,119 mi
Initial Bearing
299° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
2h 35m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
4,416 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
9 ft
KFLL
Arrival Elevation
607 ft
KDFW
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 972 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying FLL-DFW should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between FLL and DFW?
972 nautical miles (1,800 km / 1,119 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Dallas?
Approximately 2h 35m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly FLL-DFW?
Common types include Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL350 (35,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
299° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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