About Dallas
Dallas which is also known as ‘Big D’ is the city in the U.S state of Texas and the Seat of Dallas County. It is the ninth most-populous city in the country and third in Texas after Houston and San Antonio. The city is a Billionaire magnet and is a home to 18 of the Fortune 500 companies is second only to New York in its population of the richest people in the world. With bustling art scenes, plenty of outdoor activities, live music scene, abundance of shops and stores to meet shopping needs, delicious culinary delights, epicenter of sports and an interesting history , a great amalgamation of people from different parts and great affordability etc make it a great city to visit to enjoy a great holiday trip. So book flights to Dallas, the incredibly modern and sleek city which is like magnets attract visitors from all corners of the world.
Major attractions
Dallas offer plenty of things to see, do and explore during a holiday trip. Some of its must-see attractions include:-
The Sixth Floor Museum:-If you are in Dallas then you must visit this museum dedicated to remembrance of much loved President John. F. Kennedy’s assassination, his legacy and early life. It is a self guided audio tour which makes the visit even more educational and interesting.
The Reunion Tower:- It is not the tallest building in Dallas but is undoubtedly the most recognizable in the city. Completed in 1978 and appearing as a geodesic ball it is spectacularly lit up at night and offer 360-degree views over Dallas.
Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens:- Enjoy a refreshing family day out at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. Spread around 66 acres of land it has lots of fun-filled activities for children and picnic areas.
Dallas World Aquarium:- It is also a fun and educational excursion for young and old alike. It has vast array of marine animals and aquatic species which is truly fun to watch especially during their feeding time.
Perot Museum of Nature and Science:- This is among the must-see attractions in Dallas as the building is designed with sustainability. It offers hands on experience to its visitors through its 11 permanent exhibits halls in five floors that contain state-of-art video and audio animations, educational games and interactive kiosks.
When to book flights for Dallas
If you are planning a holiday trip to Dallas then spring and fall is the best season to visit Dallas. The weather is pleasant and there are lots of festivals and events during this time. But as this is the peak time then there is a great hike in airfare and hotel accommodations. If you are looking for the cheapest flight and fewest crowd then book flights to Dallas in June through September. The cheapest time to book flight to Dallas is 15 days in advance. The cheapest time to fly to Dallas is Friday and the cheapest month is August.
Major Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort worth International Airport is the major international airport serving the Dallas-Fort worth metroplex area in the U.S state of Texas. It is the largest hub for American Airlines which is headquartered near the airport. It is the fourth busiest airport in the world in terms of aircraft movements and fifteenth by the passenger movement.
Major Airlines fly to Dallas
Several airlines offering flights to Dallas include:-
- JAL
- Qatar Airways
- Delta
- Lufthansa
- KLM
- Air France
- SWISS
- Emirates
- Air Canada
- United Airlines
- American Airlines
- Turkish Airlines
- Cathy Pacific
- Virgin Atlantic
- British Airways
- Korean Airlines
- China Southern
Best time to visit
Dallas has fairly mild climate throughout the year with hot summer heats and rainy winters. So the best time to visit Dallas is spring and fall the months between September and November. The temperature is not very hot and the tourist traffic has died down. It is also the good time to witness the world famous Texas State Fair which is in full swing. The Cowboys football season also happens during this time so you may get little bit hike in hotel and flight prices. The months of March and May can also be considered as they are comfortable temperature wise and blooming flowers make the conditions even more pleasant.
Useful Travel Tips
- Dallas is a pretty fancy and modern city but it is quite affordable. It is not as much expensive as the other big cities in the United States of America like New York and San Francisco and you might be paying half for things over here and thus can easily travel in budget.
- Those who are travelling the city very first time are recommended to get a map of the city from the local tourist office for easy navigation in the city,
- Dallas has good public transport system. Trams and buses are the most common type of public transport and are very competent as well.
- Dallas has huge traffic jams and those who expect to rent ca car should keep in mind the big jams during rush hours in the central streets of Dallas.
- The local light rail system known as DART provides 45 mile of service and is not very expensive as well. It can also meet your all day transportation needs with all day pass of only $5. Visitors can also opt for Monday-Saturday commuter train called Trinity Rail Express to fulfil their commuting needs.