Dallas Fort Worth Airport (DFW) Information
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DFW Dallas Fort Worth Airport Info & Guide
Where is Dallas Fort Worth Airport?
The Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, or simply The Metroplex, as the locals call it, is the cultural and economic hub of northern/central Texas.
Dallas has a high concentration of corporate headquarters, one of the highest in the United States. Nicknamed the Telecom Corridor, or Silicon Prairie, the area is heavily populated with IT companies and projects. There is also a strong aviation base here, with American Airlines, Lockheed Martin and others based here. The Fort Worth area is the home of ranching and farming industries in the state. All this makes for a very busy airport!
DFW Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (IATA: DFW, ICAO: KDFW) is located in the DFW Metroplex, between the cities of Dallas and Fort Worth. Lying within the city limits of four suburban cities, DFW Airport is considered to be an "Airport City" with its own ZIP code, post office and public services.
With 57,744,554 passengers served in 2011, DFW Airport is the 4th busiest airport in the United States, and the 8th busiest airport in the world. DFW Airport is the largest hub for American Airlines.
In 2012, DFW was named Eco-Airport of the Year by Air Transport World, as well as the Top Tech-Friendly Airport in the USA by PCWorld Magazine.
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To transfer between DFW terminals:
- INSIDE SECURITY: Skylink's high-speed trains connect all five terminals. There are 2 stations in each terminal, and the average ride time is less than 5 minutes. Free.
- OUTSIDE SECURITY: Terminal Link's blue and green vans arrive every 10 minutes outside baggage claim at each terminal, between 05:00 to midnight (between midnight and 05:00, call 972 574 LINK [5465]). Wheelchair accessible. Free.
- DFW Connecting/Transfer Map (Skylink and Terminal Link)
Services at Dallas Fort Worth Airport include:
- Starbuck's before check-in - located in Terminal D’s North Ticketing Hall (D30)
- LiveWell Walking Path - the .7 mile route tours you past works of art along the way
- Yoga Studio (exercise mats, 24 hours, free) - walkway Terminals B and D (on the walking path)
- Paradise 4 Paws, named the Best Pet Boarder in Dallas Fort Worth by D Magazine
- Healthy entree option - in nearly all restaurants
- Plenty of electrical outlets, USB ports, charging stations, internet kiosks and work desks
- Barber shop and beauty salon
- Massage therapist
- Massage chairs
- Interfaith chapel
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