Name: Texas Airport Shuttle Service
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Extended Stay America to Dallas Love Field Shuttle

Welcome to Texas Shuttle, where your door-to-door airport transportation needs are met with reliability and comfort. Our shuttle services connect you seamlessly between Extended Stay America hotels and Dallas Love Field (DAL), making your travel experience stress-free.

The route from Extended Stay America in the heart of the city to Dallas Love Field is approximately 6 miles, taking about 20-30 minutes for a door-to-door drive. This journey takes you through vibrant neighborhoods like Oak Cliff and Lakewood, offering glimpses of Dallas's rich history and modern skyline. Our shuttles navigate local highways with ease, ensuring you arrive at Terminal A or B at DAL promptly.

Our experienced drivers provide personalized service, offering lobby or porte-cochère pickup from your Extended Stay America hotel. Whether you're a business traveler heading to an important meeting, an event attendee eager to get to the conference, or a tourist excited about exploring Dallas, Texas Shuttle is here to make your journey comfortable and convenient.

What time should I expect for my shuttle?

The typical drive time from Extended Stay America to Dallas Love Field is around 20-30 minutes. We ensure that our drivers monitor traffic conditions to provide you with an accurate arrival time at the airport.

Do you pick me up right from my hotel room?

We offer both lobby and porte-cochère pickup options for your convenience. Simply let us know your preferred pickup location when you book your shuttle service.

How do you handle flight delays?

We monitor your flights closely and adjust the pickup time accordingly to ensure you make it to your departure gate on time. Our drivers are flexible in their schedules to accommodate any changes.

To book your private door-to-door shuttle from Extended Stay America to Dallas Love Field, call us at (817) 403-6196 or visit our website for online reservations. Don't forget to use promo code ONLINE for a 10% discount on round trips!

Getting from Extended Stay America to Dallas Love Field: Your Options at a Glance

Dallas Love Field (DAL) sits just northwest of downtown Dallas, which makes it one of the most convenient airports in the country to reach from an Extended Stay America property. Depending on which Extended Stay America location you're staying at — the chain operates several properties across the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex — you're typically looking at a drive measured in minutes, not hours, for the hotels closest to the airport. Add in Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) rail service that connects directly to the terminal, plus plentiful rideshare coverage, and you have several realistic ways to make your flight without stress.

This guide walks through every option in detail: driving yourself or taking a hotel-arranged ride, riding DART light rail and the Love Link shuttle bus, and using rideshare or taxi service. We'll also cover timing around Dallas traffic patterns, what to expect inside Love Field's single terminal, and answers to the questions extended-stay travelers ask most often.

Transportation Options from Extended Stay America to Love Field (Costs Are Estimates Only)
Option	Typical Time (estimate)	Relative Cost	Best For
Driving / rental car	Roughly 10–20 minutes from central Dallas–area properties	Airport parking fees apply; check dallas-lovefield.com for current rates	Travelers with luggage, early flights, or flexible schedules
Rideshare (Uber/Lyft)	Roughly 10–20 minutes from central Dallas–area properties	Moderate; varies with demand and distance	Door-to-door convenience without parking hassles
Taxi	Roughly 10–20 minutes from central Dallas–area properties	Moderate; metered fare	Travelers who prefer traditional service or lack a smartphone
DART rail + Love Link bus	Roughly 20–40 minutes total depending on your starting point	Low; standard DART fare (see DART.org for current fares)	Budget travelers and those without a car
Hotel shuttle or arranged ride	Varies by property	Varies; confirm directly with the hotel	Extended-stay guests who want a pre-arranged pickup

Note that all times above are estimates. Dallas traffic — especially along Interstate 35E and the roads feeding Love Field — can significantly change your travel time. Always build in a buffer.

Which Extended Stay America Are You Starting From?

Before you plan your route, confirm your exact property. Extended Stay America operates multiple locations across the Dallas area, and your starting point changes everything about your trip to Love Field:

Properties near the Medical District / Market Center area: These hotels sit close to the I-35E and W. Mockingbird Lane corridor, putting them among the closest Extended Stay America options to Love Field — often a drive of just a few miles.
Properties along the LBJ Freeway (I-635) corridor: Locations in North Dallas, Richardson, and Addison areas mean a longer trip, typically via the Dallas North Tollway or I-35E southbound.
Properties in Las Colinas / Irving: These sit closer to DFW International than to Love Field, so expect a longer drive southeast toward the airport.
Suburban properties in Plano, Garland, and Mesquite: These require the longest trips, generally 25–45 minutes or more depending on traffic, using freeways such as the Dallas North Tollway, I-635, or I-30.

Check your confirmation email or the Extended Stay America website for your property's exact address, then plug it into your navigation app before departure day. If you're unsure which airport you're flying from, double-check your ticket — confusing Love Field (DAL) with DFW International is a classic and costly Dallas traveler's mistake, since DFW is roughly 20 miles from Love Field.

Driving from Extended Stay America to Love Field

Love Field is located at 8008 Herb Kelleher Way, just west of Lemmon Avenue and south of W. Mockingbird Lane, in the Lakewood/North Oak Cliff-adjacent stretch of northwest Dallas. For most Extended Stay America guests staying in central or North Dallas, the drive is straightforward:

The Typical Route from Central Dallas Hotels

From properties near the Medical District or Market Center, the most common route follows W. Mockingbird Lane west toward the airport, or dips south to use Harry Hines Boulevard, a well-known commercial corridor running parallel to I-35E. Travelers coming from the north often take I-35E South and exit toward Mockingbird, while those approaching from the east may use Lemmon Avenue, which runs directly toward the airport's main entrance area. Loop 12 (Walton Walker Boulevard) serves travelers approaching from the south or west.

Love Field Parking Basics

If you're driving yourself and parking at the airport, Love Field offers parking structures and surface lots adjacent to the single terminal. Rates and availability change, so check the official airport website at dallas-lovefield.com before you go for current pricing and real-time parking status. The parking garages connect directly to the terminal, which is a genuine advantage over larger airports where you might face a long shuttle ride from a remote lot.

One-Way Rental Considerations for Extended-Stay Guests

Many extended-stay travelers rent cars for part of a long trip. If that's you, check whether your rental company has a Dallas-area location that can handle a drop-off, or plan to return the car before your departure day and use DART or rideshare for the final leg. Returning a rental the day before your flight removes a major source of morning-of stress.

Taking DART to Love Field: The Rail-and-Shuttle Route

If you don't have a car, DART offers an excellent budget option — and it's one of the things that sets Love Field apart from many U.S. airports of its size. According to DART.org, both the Green Line and the Orange Line light rail routes stop at Inwood/Love Field Station, and from there the airport's dedicated shuttle connection completes the trip to the terminal.

How the DART Trip Works

Get to a Green or Orange Line station. Depending on your Extended Stay America location, you may be able to walk to a station, take a short rideshare hop, or connect via a DART bus route. Green Line stations run through downtown Dallas and southeast toward Garland; Orange Line trains share downtown trackage and extend northwest toward Irving and DFW Airport's Terminal A station.
Ride to Inwood/Love Field Station. From downtown Dallas stations, this is a short light rail ride heading northwest.
Transfer to the Love Link bus. Per DART, the Love Link (Route 521) shuttle bus runs between Inwood/Love Field Station and the airport terminal, timed to meet arriving trains. The bus ride itself is brief.
Arrive at the terminal. The Love Link drops passengers at the terminal, putting you steps from ticketing.

Before you travel, verify schedules, fares, and any service changes at DART.org, since transit schedules are updated periodically. The DART GoPass app lets you buy and store your fare on your phone, which is handy if you're traveling light.

Rideshare and Taxi from Extended Stay America to Love Field

Rideshare is the most popular door-to-terminal option for hotel guests, and Dallas is well covered by both Uber and Lyft throughout the metroplex. From most Extended Stay America properties, simply request a ride from the hotel's front entrance and enter "Dallas Love Field" (airport code DAL) as your destination — not just "Love Field," which helps your driver navigate to the correct terminal entrance.

Drop-Off and Pick-Up at Love Field

Per the airport's official guidance at dallas-lovefield.com, rideshare and taxi drop-offs occur at the terminal's departures curb area. For pick-ups, Love Field directs arriving passengers to a designated rideshare pick-up area outside the terminal — follow the airport signage or your app's instructions after you land and collect any checked bags. Because Love Field is a single-terminal airport, navigation is far simpler than at mega-airports: there's no chance of ending up at the wrong terminal.

When Rideshare Is the Smart Choice

Rideshare makes particular sense for extended-stay guests who: have an early-morning flight and don't want to pay multiple days of airport parking; are traveling with a lot of luggage accumulated over a long stay; or are returning a rental car and need a final lift to the terminal. If you're traveling during peak Dallas rush hours (roughly 7–9 a.m. and 4–7 p.m. on weekdays), request your ride with extra buffer time, as I-35E and surface streets like Mockingbird Lane and Harry Hines Boulevard can slow considerably.

Timing Your Trip: Dallas Traffic Patterns to Know

Dallas traffic is predictable if you know the patterns. Here's how to plan your departure from your Extended Stay America property:

Weekday mornings (7–9 a.m.): Inbound commuter traffic clogs I-35E, I-635, and major arterials like Mockingbird Lane and Harry Hines Boulevard. If your flight leaves between 8 and 10 a.m., leave earlier than you think you need to.
Weekday afternoons/evenings (4–7 p.m.): The reverse commute builds; again, pad your schedule generously.
Midday and evenings: Travel is typically smooth, and the short distance from central Dallas hotels means a relaxed trip.
Event days: Dallas hosts major events at the American Airlines Center, the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, and area stadiums, and surge demand or congestion can follow. Check the local event calendar during big weekends.
Weather: North Texas ice storms and severe thunderstorms can disrupt both roads and flights. In winter, monitor forecasts closely and consider arriving at the airport even earlier.

As a general rule for domestic departures from Love Field, the Transportation Security Administration recommends arriving at the airport about two hours before your scheduled departure. Check the TSA website (tsa.gov) and your airline's guidance for current recommendations, and verify your flight status before leaving your hotel — Southwest Airlines, Love Field's dominant carrier, operates a large schedule there alongside other carriers serving the airport.

Inside Love Field: What Extended-Stay Travelers Should Expect

Part of what makes the trip from Extended Stay America to Love Field so painless is the airport itself. Love Field operates from a single terminal, which means check-in, security, gates, and baggage claim are all under one roof. According to the airport's official site, the layout puts ticketing on the upper level and baggage claim on the lower level, and the concourse is compact enough that gate-to-gate walking times are measured in minutes.

A few practical notes for guests finishing up an extended stay:

Check Southwest's bag policies if you're flying with extra luggage from a long trip; airline baggage rules and fees change, so confirm current policies on your airline's website before you pack.
Security wait times can be checked via the MyTSA app or the TSA website to help you time your departure from the hotel.
Food and amenities are available inside the terminal, but if you have dietary needs, eating before you leave your Extended Stay America kitchen is always the safest bet.

Frequently Asked Questions: Extended Stay America to Love Field

How far is Extended Stay America from Dallas Love Field?

It depends on the property. Extended Stay America hotels near the Medical District/Market Center area of Dallas are only a few miles from Love Field, while suburban properties in Plano, Richardson, Garland, Mesquite, or Las Colinas are considerably farther. Enter your specific hotel address into a mapping app for an accurate estimate.

Does Extended Stay America offer a shuttle to Love Field?

Shuttle service varies by property and is not a standard amenity at every location. Contact your specific Extended Stay America hotel directly — the front desk can confirm whether any shuttle, third-party service, or local partner transportation is available, and whether there's a fee.

How early should I leave my hotel for a flight at Love Field?

The TSA recommends arriving about two hours before a domestic departure. Work backward from that, add your estimated drive or transit time from the mapping tools or DART trip planner, and then add a buffer of 20–30 minutes for Dallas traffic variability — more during weekday rush hours.

Is there public transportation from Dallas hotels to Love Field?

Yes. DART's Green and Orange Line light rail routes serve Inwood/Love Field Station, and the Love Link (Route 521) shuttle bus connects that station to the airport terminal. Schedules and fares are available at DART.org.

Is Dallas Love Field the same as DFW Airport?

No — and this mix-up can ruin a trip. Dallas Love Field (DAL) is the closer-in airport northwest of downtown, served primarily by Southwest Airlines along with additional carriers. DFW International Airport (DFW) is a much larger airport located between Dallas and Fort Worth, roughly 20 miles from Love Field. Always confirm which airport appears on your ticket.

Can I take DART from downtown Dallas to Love Field with luggage?

Yes. Light rail vehicles and the Love Link bus accommodate luggage, and the transfer at Inwood/Love Field Station is simple. If you're carrying very heavy bags from a long stay, a rideshare from your hotel may be the more comfortable option.

What's the cheapest way to get from Extended Stay America to Love Field?

For most travelers, DART is the lowest-cost option, with standard transit fares published at DART.org. If you're starting from a hotel within walking distance of a rail station, the combination of light rail plus the Love Link is hard to beat on price. Rideshare costs more but saves time and hassle, especially with luggage.

Shuttle Extended Stay America to Love Field TX

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Pricing / Fares to and from Dallas

How much does a shuttle cost to Love Field?

It depends on the addresses you enter, if it's in the middle of the night or early morning, and the number of people. Check rates by clicking the buttons that say "Check Rates" below. There are different options under "Select Service" like "To Airport" or "From Airport" and "One Way" or "Round Trip". Choose the option called "Any Two Addresses 24/7" for non-airport transportation between any two addresses in Texas. Rates are total, not per person.

How do I save money?

Enter the promo code "ONLINE" for round trips and save 10% for booking online, or book a round trip and save more both ways. You'll also get a free upgrade to non-stop if you use the promo code "NONSTOP". We're here to help; so if you have any questions, feel free call us.

How Do I Get an Accurate Quote?

Step 1 - You can just type city and check rates, but we recommend entering the full address to get an accurate quote since we have special rates for certain zip codes and most pricing is mileage based. Once you fill in the addresses, click "View Rates".
Step 2 - We include pricing for Texas Taxi, Airport Shuttle and Black Car Service, so you can compare costs and have more options. Choose the type of service you want with the correct number of passengers. Once a price comes up, click "Reserve Now"
Step 3 - Enter your name, cell phone and email to save your quote and automatically get a copy sent to your email. We can easily look up your quote by name if you call and finish up your reservation. Just click "Continue"
Step 4 - The website won't book anything until you enter a credit or debit card on the final booking screen. You will automatically receive a confirmation email with all the details after you click "Confirm My Reservation".

What are the benefits of using our service?

Door to door shuttle service is included on all our trips. Usually trips in Texas are non-stop in a nicer vehicle. Texas Shuttle can pick you up Dallas, or your home anytime 24/7. We normally take you straight there, which is very different from other companies that leave you at a bus stop in Texas, and stop and wait repeatedly. We also don't pack you in with 8-54 people you don't know.

Does it cost anything to change my reservation?

You can change the date and time of your reservation at no cost. If you don't know the exact address, you can enter the city for now and reserve it, then give us the full address later. If you don't know your flight number landing in Dallas, you can estimate the time and update the flight number and time later.

Our Nicer Vehicles

What type of vehicle will pick me up?

We send a Extended Stay America to Love Field Shuttle or SUV (4+ passengers) or a nice car (1-3 passengers) anytime and take you to any address in Fort Worth Texas, not just DFW. Our Dallas and Fort Worth vehicles are clean and newer. Most vehicles are luxury and full size. We have Mercedes Sprinter Shuttles, Lincoln Navigators, Lincoln MKZ's, and a variety of other vehicles.

Pickup Locations

Your Texas Shuttle picks you up where it says Prearranged at DFW or Ground Transportation at Love Field. If you are in a wheelchair, do not allow your attendant to leave you anywhere except Prearranged at DFW. The signs are easy to see, and they are always at the curb.
Security won't allow drivers to wait or walk more than 15 feet away from their vehicle, so good communication is essential. Turn on your cell phone and take it off airplane mode and silent, so your driver can call or text you. If you don't recognize the number, it's probably your driver.

DFW - Prearranged Limo is located at the lower level of each terminal. Please choose the closest one to your gate and let your driver know when they call or text you.

Terminal A - Level 1 - Prearranged Limo is across the crosswalk from Door A15 and A29.
Terminal B - Level 1 - Prearranged Limo is across the crosswalk from Door B8 and B30.
Terminal C - Level 1 - Prearranged Limo is across the crosswalk from Door C4, C10, C24 and C30.
Terminal D - Level 0 - Prearranged Limo is Downstairs near Door D22.
Terminal E - Level 0 - Prearranged Limo is Downstairs near Door E35.

Love Field - Ground Transportation is on the lower level down the ramp from the baggage claim. Head to the right, and we pick you up where it says Oversized Vehicles.

Better Drivers (Extended Stay America to Love Field)

Who are your drivers?

Most of our shuttle drivers are experienced, licensed professionals in Dallas or Fort Worth Texas. They have excellent people skills, and are usually very knowledgeable about the area from Dallas to Fort Worth. Some of our shuttle drivers are professional guides in Dallas or Fort Worth Texas. Learn more about our drivers.

The driver meets you at the hotel’s front desk or main entrance. If you need assistance getting to the curb, the staff can help with luggage, but the vehicle does not enter individual rooms.

After you book, Texas Shuttle provides a pickup window based on current traffic conditions. For the six‑mile route, the typical drive time is 20‑30 minutes, so the driver will aim to arrive within that window plus a few minutes for loading luggage.

Enter the full pickup address (including suite or apartment number) and the exact Love Field terminal on the Texas Shuttle website. The system uses mileage‑based pricing to generate a precise estimate before you reserve.

Using the complete address also unlocks any special zip‑code‑based rates that Texas Shuttle may apply for certain areas of Dallas.

Because Texas Shuttle’s pricing is primarily mileage‑based, providing the full pickup address—including any apartment, suite, or building number—ensures the system calculates the exact distance and any applicable surcharges. Follow these steps to receive the most precise estimate: