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DFW Terminal D

American, Aeroméxico and Air France and other carriers fly from Terminal D. Terminal D covers Gates D6–D40. You clear security right there, so check today's live DFW wait before you leave.

Wayfinding diagram for finding your gate inside a terminal, following overhead signs from security through the concourse.
Finding your gate: past security, follow the overhead signs by gate number and concourse rather than the terminal name alone.
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Which airlines use Terminal D at DFW?

These airlines fly from Terminal D at DFW. Tap one for its gates, check-in hall, and whether it recently moved terminals.

  • American at DFWTerminals A, B, C, D, and E · recently movedABCDE
  • Aeroméxico at DFWTerminal DD
  • Air France at DFWTerminal DD
  • British Airways at DFWTerminal DD
  • Emirates at DFWTerminal DD
  • Lufthansa at DFWTerminal DD
  • Qatar Airways at DFWTerminal DD

What gates are in Terminal D, and where do you check in?

Gates D6–D40. Ticketing and check-in are on Level 2 (Departures); the Grand Hyatt sits directly above the hall.

Where is security in Terminal D at DFW?

Terminal D's own TSA checkpoints, with TSA PreCheck lanes. Lines still swing by the hour, so check DFW wait times by terminal and head to the fastest open lane. Not sure how long to budget? How long does airport security really take breaks it down by the hour.

How do you get to and from Terminal D at DFW?

Skylink. Two Skylink stations sit inside security; the landside Terminal Link bus connects terminals outside security. Skylink reaches any other terminal in about 5 minutes (9 minutes at most), and stays inside security, so there's no re-screening.

Changing terminals on a connection? Check the minimum connection time you need, and see all DFW terminals on the airport map.

Accessibility and getting around Terminal D

  • Accessibility. Step-free access; every Skylink station is wheelchair accessible, and wheelchair help is available.
  • Domestic or international? DFW's international terminal, with U.S. customs, duty-free, and an A380 gate; most foreign airlines and American's international flights use Terminal D.
  • Past security. Sit-down dining, wine bars, and duty-free past security.They're handy once you're through, but they shouldn't change when you leave home.
Cheap DFW parking — comparedFind the lot closest to Terminal D and fold the shuttle into your Leave-By Time.

Terminal D layout verified June 27, 2026against the airport's own sources. Terminals do change — we date every update.

Common questions about DFW Terminal D

Which airlines use Terminal D at DFW?

American (Terminals A, B, C, D, and E), Aeroméxico (Terminal D), Air France (Terminal D), British Airways (Terminal D), Emirates (Terminal D), Lufthansa (Terminal D), Qatar Airways (Terminal D) use Terminal D at DFW. Tap an airline for its gates, check-in hall, and whether it recently moved.

What gates are in Terminal D, and where do you check in?

Terminal D covers Gates D6–D40. Ticketing and check-in are on Level 2 (Departures); the Grand Hyatt sits directly above the hall.

Where is security in Terminal D at DFW?

Terminal D's own TSA checkpoints, with TSA PreCheck lanes. Waits swing by the hour, so check DFW wait times by terminal and head to the fastest open lane before you get through security.

How do you get to and from Terminal D at DFW?

Two Skylink stations sit inside security; the landside Terminal Link bus connects terminals outside security. Skylink reaches any other terminal in about 5 minutes (9 minutes at most), and stays inside security, so there's no re-screening.

You know Terminal D. Now get the exact minute to walk out your door — built from today's live DFW security wait and your drive.

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