How Many Terminals Does DFW Have? Complete Terminal Guide

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) has 5 terminal areas. Each terminal has its own airlines, gates, TSA checkpoints, restaurants, and shops. Here's a complete breakdown of every terminal at DFW.

All Terminals at DFW

Terminal A

• Airlines: American Airlines (Domestic)
• Gates: A1–A39
• TSA Checkpoint: Terminal A Checkpoints at A10 and A28 entries — TSA PreCheck at both
• Baggage Claim: Terminal A Lower Level, Carousels A1–A10
• Dining: Whataburger, Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, Sky Canyon, Starbucks

Terminal B

• Airlines: American Airlines (Domestic & International), American Eagle
• Gates: B1–B46
• TSA Checkpoint: Terminal B Checkpoint at B30 entry
• Baggage Claim: Terminal B Lower Level
• Dining: Salt Lick BBQ, Shinsei, La Madeleine, Jamba Juice

Terminal C

• Airlines: American Airlines (Domestic)
• Gates: C1–C39
• TSA Checkpoint: Terminal C Checkpoints at C2 and C30 entries
• Baggage Claim: Terminal C Lower Level
• Dining: Pappasito's Cantina, Hickory Creek BBQ, Dunkin'

Terminal D (International)

• Airlines: British Airways, Emirates, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Qantas, All international carriers, Sun Country
• Gates: D1–D40
• TSA Checkpoint: Terminal D Security Checkpoint — international arrivals processed through Federal Inspection
• Baggage Claim: Terminal D International Arrivals
• Dining: Stampede 66, Love Shack, Twisted Root Burger Co., Pinkberry

Terminal E

• Airlines: Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines
• Gates: E1–E38
• TSA Checkpoint: Terminal E Checkpoint at E16 entry — TSA PreCheck available
• Baggage Claim: Terminal E Lower Level
• Dining: Dickey's Barbecue Pit, TGI Fridays, Einstein Bros Bagels

How to Find Your Terminal at DFW

The fastest way to find your terminal is to use our Terminal Finder tool — select DFW and your airline, and you'll instantly see your terminal, gates, and TSA checkpoint. You can also check your airline's app or boarding pass, or visit the official DFW website for terminal maps.

Getting Between Terminals

Large airports like DFW typically have people movers, shuttle buses, or underground trains connecting terminals. Check signage after security for inter-terminal connections. Always allow extra time if you need to change terminals during a connection. See our connecting flights guide for minimum connection times.

For the complete DFW terminal guide with maps, dining, parking, and more, see our full DFW airport guide.

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