STL to DFW Route Guide
St. Louis, United States → Dallas, United States
Quick answer
KSTL (St. Louis, United States) to KDFW (Dallas, United States) is a 478 NM (885 km / 550 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 225° (SW). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 2m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
478 NM
885 km / 550 mi
Initial Bearing
225° (SW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 2m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,934 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
618 ft
KSTL
Arrival Elevation
607 ft
KDFW
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 478 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying STL-DFW should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between STL and DFW?
478 nautical miles (885 km / 550 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from St. Louis to Dallas?
Approximately 2h 2m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly STL-DFW?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
225° true (SW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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