Dallas Love Field Airport Guide (DAL)

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Dallas Love Field Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

I didn’t see a single person, from the moment i go there around 12:30am till around 5:30am it was completely deserted. – a traveller

DAL Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Dallas Love-Field Airport.

What to Expect

Dallas Love Field Airport (Code: DAL) has a recently built single-concourse terminal with plenty of dining and shopping options. There are no 24-hour food options, so plan accordingly. WiFi is available, and there are outlets for charging mobile devices. There are no private lounges at this airport.

dallas love field airport guide — Love Landing (Photo courtesy of a SleepingInAirports reviewer / January 2020)

Sleeping in Love Field Airport

Passengers spending the night in the terminal are sometimes directed to an area known as “Love Landing.” This area contains several couches and other comfortable chairs conducive to sleeping. If you plan to spend the night in this airport, consider bringing eyeshades to block out the bright lighting. Also, consider bringing earplugs/noise-cancelling headphones to drown out public service announcements. For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels near the airport. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.

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Airport Hours

Love Field is open 24 hours. Flights operate from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM due to noise restrictions.

Keep in mind that TSA screening, airline check-in, and baggage drop hours vary by carrier and flight schedule. If you plan to stay overnight, you will remain in the public (landside) area until security checkpoints reopen in the early morning.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

In the event of severe weather or widespread flight cancellations, a limited number of cots may be distributed to stranded travellers. Availability is not guaranteed. If you are affected by a disruption, speak with airport or airline staff for current information.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in Love Field Airport sounds like a nightmare, there are nearby hotels with airport shuttles:

Doubletree by Hilton (1 mi)

Embassy Suites (1.2 mi)

Aloft Dallas Love Field (1.2 mi)

Element Dallas Love Field (1.2 mi)

Staybridge Suites (1.6 mi)

Holiday Inn Dallas Love Field (1.6 mi)

Candlewood Suites (1.9 mi)

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham (2.2 mi)

Spark by Hilton (2.3 mi)

Airport Shuttles: Most nearby airport hotels offer airport shuttle service. Check with your hotel for pick-up instructions, schedules and any reservation requirements.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

The Club at Love Field – Location: Airside, Main Terminal (Terminal 1), near Gate 15. Hours: 4:30 AM – 9:30 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (USD 50 per person for up to 3 hours) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards program.

Military Lounges

USO Lounge – The USO offers a free lounge to active members of the US military and their families. Location: Airside, near the Dallas Cowboys Club. Hours: 6:30AM – 6:30PM. Wednesday and Thursday is open until 10:30PM (subject to change without notice)

Drinking Water

Water bottle refill stations are available throughout the terminal.

Food & Drinks

Most food concessions close between 10:00 PM and 4:30 AM. There are no 24-hour dining options. Vending machines are available in the secure (airside) area, with at least one machine located landside in the Baggage Claim area.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

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Mobile Charging

Power outlets and USB charging ports are widely available throughout the terminal, including extensive coverage in the Food Court seating area. Charging is free to use.

Showers

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WiFi / Internet

Free unlimited WiFi is available at Dallas Love Field Airport through Boingo.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Art Gallery – “North Texas Sunrise,” located in the main lobby, was recognized as a top public art project in 2014. Additional art installations can be found throughout the terminal.
ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available throughout the terminal, both landside and airside. Fees may apply, so check with your bank regarding foreign transaction charges and daily withdrawal limits before travelling.
Currency Exchange – Currency exchange services are not available.
Duty-Free and Shopping – Duty-free shopping is not available. A small selection of retail shops is available, including multiple Hudson News locations for snacks, reading materials, and travel essentials.

Family Services

Restrooms – A children’s restroom is located on the West Concourse near Gate 2. Family restrooms are available landside and airside throughout the terminal.
Baby Care Facilities – A nursing room and the Lil’ Luv Lounge are located in the STEM area.
Children’s Play Area – A small children’s play area is located in the connector hallway.

Information Desk – Information desks are located in Baggage Claim, near the security checkpoint, and in the center of the terminal.
Luggage Carts – Baggage carts are available in the Baggage Claim area.
Pet Relief Area – A pet relief area is located landside, outside the Baggage Claim area.

Airlines

Dallas Love Field Airport is served by the following airlines: Alaska Airlines • Delta Air Lines • Southwest Airlines.

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Car Rentals

ACE • Advantage • Alamo • Avis • Budget • Dollar • Enterprise • National • Hertz • Thrifty are on-site and offer shuttles from the Lower Level in the Rental Car Shuttle area.

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DART

The Dallas Area Rapid Transit, or DART, is the public transportation system that covers the Dallas area by bus, light rail, commuter rail, and HOV lanes. DART Love Link 524 is the shuttle bus that connects the airport with Inwood/Love Field station (train station). Love Field Airport passengers can take the Love Link shuttle to Inwood/Love Field station for free. For fares, schedules and routes, visit the DART website.

Hotel Shuttles

Several hotels near provide airport shuttle service. Hotel shuttles pick-up outside the terminal on the Lower Level, Zone F. Contact your hotel of choice for shuttle service availability and information.

See Airport Hotels above.

Shared Ride Shuttle

Aries Shuttle, SuperShuttle, Yellow Checker, Premier Transportation, Shuttle and City Shuttle provide 24-hour door-to-door shared ride or exclusive ride service between the airport and the Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan area. For more information regarding rates and scheduling, contact the companies.

Taxi

Taxis are available outside the terminal, across the street from baggage claim. At the time of this update, the approximate fare from Love Field to downtown Dallas is USD 21 per passenger. There is an extra charge of USD 2 per passenger after that.

Last updated: 2026-02-12

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.

Dallas Love Field Airport Guide