Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is home to a number of long-haul flights, according to data obtained by Simple Flying from Cirium. In 2025, a total of 7,210 flights will depart from the airport, covering over 5,000 miles. This will result in over two million seats and 13 billion available seat miles. The average length of these flights will be 6,676 miles.

Dominance of Qantas and American Airlines

The data reveals that out of the 35 routes from Dallas that are over 5,000 miles long, 22 are international destinations and 11 airlines are represented. Flag carriers, such as Qantas and Qatar Airways, make up the majority of these routes, with the exception of Taiwanese carrier EVA Air. The most frequently flown route on the list is Qatar Airways’ 777-300ER service to Doha, with nearly 190,000 seats.

Top Ten Longest Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

The top ten longest flights departing from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport are dominated by Qantas, with three routes to Australia. These routes will be flown 715 times in 2025, offering almost 200,000 seats and 1. 7 billion available seat miles. The longest route on the list is Dallas to Melbourne, with a nonstop distance of 8,973 miles. American Airlines, which operates 82% of the airport’s traffic, also represents 23 of the long-haul routes.

Planned Expansion of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is continually expanding, with plans for a new Terminal F with a $4 billion price tag. American Airlines CEO Robert Isom has stated that the airport has a clear path to becoming the largest airline hub in the world. The airport currently offers 930 daily flights to 230 destinations in 30 countries.

Dallas to São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport

The shortest route on the list is the 5,111-mile trip to São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport, operated by American Airlines. The route is served by a 777-300ER, which offers a selection of five different classes for passengers to choose from.

Incident on American Airlines Flight

In the spring of this year, an American Airlines flight from São Paulo to New York-JFK Airport made headlines when a woman attempted to enter the cockpit in a confrontation with the flight crew. The woman was eventually restrained and returned to her seat by force.

With a variety of international destinations and airlines represented, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport continues to be a major hub for long-haul flights. Qantas and American Airlines dominate the long-haul market, with plans for further expansion in the future.