Dallas's In-Town Jet Gateway

Dallas Love Field (KDAL)

8008 Herb Kelleher Way, Dallas, TX 75235 · 6 mi to downtown Dallas

2
Runways
8,800 ft
Main Runway
2
FBOs
180,000+
Annual Ops
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Dallas at a Glance

Dallas Love Field (KDAL) is Dallas's close-in business aviation airport — about 6 miles northwest of downtown and far quicker for private travelers than DFW. Owned by the City of Dallas, it runs two concrete runways (8,800 ft and 7,752 ft), two private-aviation FBOs, on-field U.S. Customs, and 24/7 tower coverage. There is no aircraft weight limit, but Love Field operates under a long-standing nighttime noise ordinance worth checking for late departures.

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Dallas Love Field, 8008 Herb Kelleher Way, Dallas, TX 75235

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport NameDallas Love Field
ICAO CodeKDAL
IATA CodeDAL
FAA IdentifierDAL
Address8008 Herb Kelleher Way, Dallas, TX 75235
Elevation487 ft MSL
Coordinates32.8471° N, 96.8518° W
Owner / OperatorCity of Dallas
Phone+1-214-670-6073
FAA DataAirNav DAL
Operations & Facilities
Runways13R/31L: 8,800 ft (Concrete)
13L/31R: 7,752 ft (Concrete)
FBOsBusiness Jet Center, Signature Flight Support
CustomsYes — CBP on field
FuelJet-A, 100LL
Hours24/7
ApproachesILS Rwy 13R/31L, RNAV (GPS) all runways, VOR/DME, Visual
Tower / FreqATIS 127.075 / Tower 124.1 / Ground 121.65
Weight LimitNone (noise ordinance at night)
Annual Operations180,000+

Runways & Approaches

Love Field's primary runway, 13R/31L, runs 8,800 feet of concrete, with the parallel 13L/31R at 7,752 feet. That length supports the full spectrum of business aircraft — light jets through ultra-long-range heavies like the Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global 7500 — with comfortable margins on hot Texas afternoons at this 487 ft field. The parallel layout gives controllers strong throughput and crews crosswind options.

Love Field is towered 24/7 and CBP-staffed for international arrivals, and it has no aircraft weight restriction. The main planning note is the city's nighttime noise ordinance, which discourages late-night jet departures — confirm timing with your FBO. Instrument approaches include ILS to 13R/31L, RNAV (GPS) to all runways, and VOR/DME.

FBOs & Ground Services

Full-service fixed-base operators handle private traffic here, offering Jet-A, hangarage, customs coordination, and concierge ground transportation. Arrange handling in advance for peak-season and after-hours arrivals.

Business Jet Center

Love Field's primary independent FBO — a full-service facility with hangars, executive lounges, customs coordination, and concierge ground handling. A long-standing favorite of Dallas-based operators.

Signature Flight Support

Global FBO network presence at DAL with fueling, crew services, hangar parking, and contract-fuel programs alongside national-brand consistency.

Charter a Jet from Dallas Love Field

Charter from Dallas Love Field (KDAL) connects the region to destinations nationwide. The Jet Finder matches the right aircraft to your mission and DAL's runway parameters — with direct Part 135 operator access and no markup.

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The Jet Finder coordinates charter flights from Dallas Love Field. Tell us your destination, dates, and passenger count. We source aircraft from FAA Part 135 operators matched to KDAL's runway and facilities.

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Aircraft Registered in DALLAS (1854)

1854 aircraft are registered to owners in DALLAS, TX according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 1854. Track live flights from DAL →

N1002S
MAULE MX-7-180A · 1995
N100DP
BELLANCA 8KCAB · 1973
N100V
BEECH C90 · 1978
N101BS
BEECH B90 · 1968
N101RF
NORTH AMERICAN SNJ-5 · 1942
N101X
NORTH AMERICAN SNJ-5
N103JC
FAIRCHILD M-62A-3 · 1943
N103LT
NORTH AMERICAN SNJ-4 · 1943
N10601
NORTH AMERICAN/AERO CLASSICS P-51D · 1944
N106JT
CESSNA 525B · 2006
N1078Z
S & S SPECIAL GRUMMAN 5 F6F - 5 · 1963
N1079P
MOONEY M20J · 1990
N1088M
MOONEY M20M · 1989
N108TL
CESSNA T182T · 2003
N109JC
CESSNA 550 · 1979
N109LW
LEARJET INC 45 · 2000
N10FL
CESSNA T210M
N10TR
CESSNA 525B · 2011
N1101A
CANADAIR LTD CL-600-2B16 · 1997
N1107M
BOMBARDIER INC BD-100-1A10 · 2005

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO Jet-A Price Notes
Business Jet Center$5.40 – $6.80/galPrimary private aviation FBO
Signature Flight Support$5.60 – $7.00/galContract fuel available
Aircraft Category Estimated Fee
Light Jet (up to 12,500 lbs)$50 – $125
Midsize Jet (12,500 – 25,000 lbs)$125 – $300
Super-Mid (25,000 – 40,000 lbs)$300 – $500
Heavy / Ultra-Long Range (40,000+ lbs)$500 – $850
Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview & History

Dallas Love Field (KDAL) is a public-use airport at 487 ft elevation, owned by the City of Dallas and once the city's main commercial airport before DFW opened. Today it pairs limited Southwest Airlines service with a thriving private-aviation operation, prized for its proximity to downtown Dallas and minimal ground delays. For official data, see the FAA Airport Data portal or AirNav KDAL.

Runway Capability

With 8,800 feet of runway, Love Field accommodates the full spectrum of business aviation — light jets through heavy iron (Gulfstream G650, Global 7500) — under standard conditions, with margin for hot-day and high-gross-weight departures. The parallel runways add crosswind flexibility and keep the field moving during peak periods.

Charter Considerations

Love Field's edge is location: roughly 6 miles to downtown Dallas versus a much longer haul from DFW. Private charter trims the airport experience to a short drive onto the ramp. The FBOs coordinate car service, rental delivery to the aircraft, and catering. For one-way trips, The Jet Finder looks for aircraft repositioning through Dallas to reduce empty-leg costs.

Safety & Planning

The Jet Finder sources charter exclusively from FAA Part 135 operators. Every crew meets federal duty, rest, and recurrency rules, and we verify certifications, audit history, and insurance before presenting any aircraft. Flight planning from KDAL accounts for Dallas Class B airspace and the nighttime noise ordinance.

Seasonal & Operational Factors

North Texas spring and fall are excellent flying seasons; summer regularly tops 100°F but density altitude stays manageable at 487 ft. The main disruptor is spring convective weather (March–June) — afternoon thunderstorms and ATC ground stops. Morning departures are the most reliable, and the dual-runway layout helps Love Field recover quickly after weather.

Regional Aviation Context

Texas has more airports than any other state, and the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex is one of the busiest private-aviation markets in the country. Love Field's in-town location makes it the first choice for downtown-bound trips, with Addison (ADS) and DFW as nearby alternatives for repositioning or weight-restricted needs.

Nearby Airports

Airports within 150 nautical miles of Dallas Love Field. Useful for alternate planning, repositioning, or comparing FBO options.

Addison Airport
KADS · 7 NM from KDAL
Addison Airport
KADS · 7 NM from KDAL
Dallas Executive Airport
KRBD · 10 NM from KDAL
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
KDFW · 10 NM from KDAL

Frequently Asked Questions

8008 Herb Kelleher Way, Dallas, TX 75235. The airport is 6 miles northwest of Downtown Dallas.

3 miles, approximately 8 minutes by car. Love Field is the closest airport to the Park Cities (Highland Park and University Park), making it the default arrival point for residents of those communities.

Yes. Two FBOs (Business Jet Center and Signature Flight Support) operate on the east side of the airport, completely separated from the commercial terminal. Private jet passengers have no interaction with airline operations.

Two FBOs: Business Jet Center (primary, locally operated) and Signature Flight Support. Both offer Jet-A, executive lounges, crew quarters, and hangar space.

Yes. CBP services available on field for international arrivals.

Runway 13R/31L at 8,800 feet (concrete). Full ILS on both ends. Accommodates every aircraft type without restriction.

Yes. The 8,800-foot runway accommodates all private jet categories, including ultra-long-range aircraft like the G700 and Global 7500 at any weight.

Yes. DAL operates 24/7.

A light jet to Houston runs $5,000-$7,000. A midsize to New York costs $18,000-$24,000. A super-mid to LA runs $24,000-$32,000. Contact The Jet Finder for pricing.

The City of Dallas. The airport has been city-owned since 1917.

KDAL. IATA and FAA identifier: DAL.

Love Field is 6 miles from Downtown Dallas. DFW is 18 miles. For passengers in central or north Dallas, Love Field saves 30-45 minutes of ground time. DFW offers more runway length and international customs capacity, but most private jet flights are better served by DAL's convenience.

ILS on Runway 13R and 31L, RNAV (GPS) to all four runway ends, VOR/DME approaches, and visual approaches.

A former federal law that restricted commercial flights from Love Field to protect DFW International's traffic. It was fully repealed in 2014. The Wright Amendment never applied to private aviation; private jets have always operated freely from Love Field.

487 feet above mean sea level.

State Fair of Texas (October), Dallas Cowboys games (fall weekends), the AT&T Byron Nelson, and year-round corporate traffic. Southwest Airlines peaks during holiday travel periods but that does not significantly affect the GA side.

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