Flying in
Airports near American Airlines Center
The closest airport to American Airlines Center is Dallas Love Field (DAL), 4.9 miles away in a straight line. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is 15 miles.
Airports compared
Straight-line distance from American Airlines Center. The drive is always longer, and the roads near a venue are busiest at event times.
| Airport | Type | From the venue | Metro search | First airport for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAL Dallas Love Field | Large airport | 4.9 mi (7.9 km) | None | 85 venues we list |
| DFW Dallas Fort Worth International Airport | Large airport | 15 mi (24.6 km) | None | 54 venues we list |
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Search flights for (the day before to the day after):
- Nov 9: Dallas Mavericks vs. Indiana Pacers
- Nov 10: Jonas Brothers, Franklin Jonas & Deleasa
- Nov 11: Katseye
- Nov 12: Dallas Stars vs. Winnipeg Jets
- Nov 14: Dallas Stars vs. Buffalo Sabres
- Nov 15: Dallas Stars vs. Florida Panthers
- Nov 18: Dallas Mavericks vs. Golden State Warriors
- Nov 19: Nick Cannon's Wild 'N Out Live
When events at American Airlines Center happen
- 18 of 82 upcoming events (as of Nov 8, 2026) are on Tuesdays; 34 fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 66 of 79 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
Home teams
- Dallas Mavericks (NBA) play here; see every NBA arena’s nearest airport.
- Dallas Stars (NHL) play here; see every NHL arena’s nearest airport.
- Of the 29 NBA arenas we list, American Airlines Center is the 7th closest to its first airport (4.9 mi; league median 7.6 mi).
Teams visiting American Airlines Center
Teams that play here on upcoming dates we sell tickets for, and whose own home is another venue.
- Brooklyn Nets, next here Sun, Nov 8
- Indiana Pacers, next here Mon, Nov 9
- Winnipeg Jets, next here Thu, Nov 12
- Buffalo Sabres, next here Sat, Nov 14
- Florida Panthers, next here Sun, Nov 15
- Golden State Warriors, next here Wed, Nov 18
- Los Angeles Clippers, next here Sat, Nov 21
- Pittsburgh Penguins, next here Sun, Nov 22
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Frequently asked questions
How does American Airlines Center compare with other NBA arenas?
Of the 29 NBA arenas we list, American Airlines Center is the 7th closest to its first airport (4.9 miles; the league median is 7.6 miles).
How far is DFW from American Airlines Center?
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is 15 miles (24.6 km) from American Airlines Center in a straight line, against 4.9 miles for DAL.
Which airport should I fly into for a Dallas Mavericks game?
DAL is the nearest airport we list, 4.9 miles away; DFW is 15 miles. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
What time do events at American Airlines Center usually start?
66 of the 79 upcoming events with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
What is the closest airport to American Airlines Center?
The closest airport to American Airlines Center is Dallas Love Field (DAL), 4.9 miles away in a straight line.
Can I book flights and American Airlines Center tickets together?
No. Event tickets and flights are separate bookings with separate confirmations, so neither changes automatically if the other does.
