Flying from Dallas to Gunnison Airport (GUC): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at one of Dallas's main airports, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). Check out your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Gunnison Airport (GUC) leaving from either of these.
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Dallas to Gunnison Airport flight.
Gunnison Airport is located in Gunnison. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Dallas.
The most popular route is from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Gunnison Airport (GUC). There are 2 direct services each week. American Airlines operates a 9:59am departure between DFW and GUC.
To ensure you get on your flight from Dallas to GUC, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can jump on a direct flight from Dallas to Gunnison Airport (GUC) out of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
American Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Dallas to Gunnison Airport jetting out of DFW.
The top choice among passengers flying between DFW and GUC is American Airlines.
American Airlines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
DFW is about 32 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
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73.22% of flights departing from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport land at their destination on time.
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
You can reach DAL from central Dallas in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
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As far as flight punctuality goes, Dallas Love Field Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.03%.
The address for DAL is 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Gunnison Airport (GUC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to GUC if you have a late flight from Dallas to Gunnison Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Getting from Gunnison Airport (GUC) to central Gunnison
Gunnison Airport is roughly 2 kilometres from central Gunnison. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Gunnison Airport (GUC)
$342 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Gunnison Airport. Return flights start at $583. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To snag cheap flights from Dallas to GUC, book your ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap Dallas to Gunnison Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Gunnison Airport (GUC)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. November is the quietest month to visit Gunnison. July is when most people book flights from Dallas to Gunnison Airport (GUC), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Dallas to GUC flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Gunnison, with temperatures ranging from 5ºC to 29ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -20ºC and 1ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Dallas to Gunnison Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Gunnison
Start your Gunnison trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dallas to Gunnison Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Blue Mesa Fishing, Gunnison Pioneer Museum and Quartz Creek Trail Rides are top sights which should feature on every Gunnison itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Gunnison is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometres north-east of Gunnison, a visit to Denver will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Denver Art Museum, Meow Wolf Denver | Convergence Station and Ballpark.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in the United States, head for Colorado Springs, roughly 193 kilometres east of Gunnison. Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon are the start of reasons to visit.