How early do you need to be at DFW Airport this July Fourth weekend? Here’s what to know

Megan Cardona
·1 min read

Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport expects more passengers this Fourth of July travel season compared to last year.

Independence Day is on Tuesday and DFW Airport expects 1.4 million travelers to pass through between June 30 to July 5.

Last year, checkpoint travel numbers nationwide reached over 13 million between June 30 to July 5, according to U.S. Transportation Security Agency data.

What can travelers at DFW Airport expect this holiday weekend?

  • Passengers should expect the terminals and parking garages to be busy and should arrive at least two hours ahead of their flight.

  • The garages for Terminals C and D at DFW Airport tend to fill up first. Airport representatives recommend travelers book their parking online ahead of time for the best rates.

  • Real-time parking availability can be seen on the airport’s website under the “park” page.

  • Travelers can also get a real-time look at security wait times to know which check point has the shortest line.

Will there be flight delays at Dallas-Fort Worth Airport?

  • Flight delays and cancellation decisions are made by individual airlines.

  • Passengers can check their flight status online through the airline they are flying with to stay up to date on delays or cancellations this weekend.