Highland Park Airport Shuttle
Book your Highland Park airport shuttle in 2 minutes — private, door-to-door, non-stop, 24/7. We pick up anywhere in the 75205 Highland Park / University Park footprint — from a private home on Beverly Drive to Highland Park Village, The Lumen on Hillcrest, or any SMU dorm — and drop you curbside at your specific Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) terminal or Dallas Love Field (DAL) door.
Highland Park sits roughly 4 miles north of downtown Dallas along Mockingbird Lane and Preston Road. The neighborhood itself is small (only about 2.2 square miles) and tucked inside the much larger Park Cities enclave alongside University Park and SMU. That tight geography is why ride-share apps often miscalculate — pickup is fast on the surface streets, but the airport drive is what people are actually paying for, and that varies a lot depending on which airport you need.
Distance and Drive Time — Highland Park to DFW vs. Love Field
Highland Park to DFW International Airport is roughly 22–27 miles depending on which terminal you need, and the typical door-to-curbside drive runs 30–45 minutes in normal traffic, longer at peak. Across our completed shuttles between 75205 addresses and DFW, the median trip distance is 25 miles.
Highland Park to Dallas Love Field (DAL) is much closer — only about 4–8 miles, and most riders are at the curb within 15–25 minutes. Love Field sits just west of Highland Park off Mockingbird Lane and Cedar Springs, so this is one of the shortest hops we run anywhere in our network.
Routing — Which Roads We Use
Our drivers know the Highland Park corridor cold and pick whichever routing fits your terminal and the live traffic on the morning of your ride. The two primary playbooks:
- To DFW: Mockingbird Lane west to Dallas North Tollway south to I-35E north to TX-183 west (Airport Freeway) into the DFW north entry plaza. Default for Terminal A, B, C, and E pickups. The alternate is Dallas North Tollway south to I-635 (LBJ) west to TX-114 west into DFW — useful when Tollway/35E is jammed but adds a few minutes when it’s not.
- To Love Field: Mockingbird Lane west the entire way (Highland Park’s southern boundary is literally Mockingbird), exits at Cedar Springs / Herb Kelleher Way. No tollway, no highway, single straight shot.
We watch real-time conditions for the Mockingbird / Central Expressway (US-75) interchange (a known choke point during 7–9 a.m. weekday rush) and the Dallas North Tollway southbound jam that builds 4–7 p.m. on the morning return runs from DFW back to Highland Park.
DFW Terminal Routing — A, B, C, D, or E
DFW has five active terminals and we drop you at the correct departures-level curb for your airline so you don’t walk extra:
- Terminal A — American Airlines domestic (DFW is American’s largest global hub)
- Terminal B — American Eagle regional and select American mainline
- Terminal C — additional American Airlines domestic
- Terminal D — international departures: American long-haul plus British Airways, Lufthansa, Emirates, Qatar, JAL, Korean, Aeromexico, and most foreign carriers
- Terminal E — non-American carriers: Delta, United, Spirit, Frontier, Southwest (limited), JetBlue, Alaska, Sun Country
Tell us your flight number when you book and we route to the correct terminal automatically. On the inbound side, we track your flight status for free and adjust pickup when your arrival slides — you don’t need to call us.
Pickup Spots We See Often in Highland Park
Most of our Highland Park pickups fall into a few patterns — if you live or are staying at any of these, our drivers already know the address:
- Single-family homes — the residential grid bounded by Mockingbird Lane (south), Preston Road (west), Northwest Highway (north), and Hillcrest (east). We pick up curbside or in the driveway. Common streets we run: Beverly Drive, Mockingbird, Lakeside, Armstrong, Drexel, Cornell, McFarlin, Binkley, Druid Lane.
- Highland Park Village — the historic shopping district at Preston & Mockingbird. We pull up at the Beretta Gallery / Cafe Pacific curb on Highland Park Village Drive.
- The Lumen Hotel (6101 Hillcrest) — we pick up at the front lobby porte-cochère.
- SMU campus (3300 Dyer Street area) — common pickups: Boaz Hall, McElvaney/Mary Hay/Peyton, Alpha Chi Omega (3020 Daniel), the Bishop Boulevard residence halls. We drop directly outside the dorm building rather than at a central campus stop.
- Park Cities Plaza / Snider Plaza business addresses — we pull up at the storefront curb.
What to Expect on Your Ride
Every Highland Park ride is private by default. Just your party in the vehicle, no shared stops, no bus depot detours. We send a Mercedes Sprinter, Lincoln Navigator, Lincoln MKZ, or comparable luxury sedan depending on group size and luggage volume. Reasonable luggage (1 checked bag + 1 carry-on per passenger) is included — if you have golf clubs, oversized cases, or a stroller-plus-car-seat combo, just flag it at booking so we send a vehicle with the right cargo capacity.
For outbound trips, we suggest a pickup time that gets you to the curb roughly 2 hours before a domestic departure (3 hours for international from Terminal D) plus a buffer for the actual drive. We’ll calculate that automatically based on your flight time and the live traffic forecast for your pickup window. For inbound trips, our system pulls your flight status from the airline feed every few minutes — if your flight is delayed, your pickup slides with it and you don’t need to call. If your flight is unexpectedly early, your driver still meets you on time.
Ready to book? Get an instant Highland Park quote online in under 60 seconds — or call (817) 403-6196 to talk to a real human, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CST. Use promo code ONLINE for 10% off round trips.
Highland Park Shuttle FAQ
How much does the Highland Park to DFW airport shuttle cost?
Rates start at $137 for the Highland Park to DFW route. Exact pricing depends on the pickup address, time of day, and number of passengers. Use the "Check Rates" button to see your live quote; use promo code ONLINE for 10% off round trips.
How long does the shuttle take from Highland Park to DFW Airport?
The drive is about 20-30 minutes door-to-door from most Highland Park addresses to DFW International. Highland Park is roughly 4 miles north of downtown Dallas, and our drivers know the fastest route to every DFW terminal at any time of day.
Does the Highland Park shuttle offer door-to-door pickup?
Yes. We pick you up at your Highland Park address (home, condo, hotel) and drop you off at your DFW terminal curbside — or Dallas Love Field if you prefer. No shared stops, no bus depots.
Is the Highland Park shuttle shared or private?
Every Highland Park ride is private by default — just your party in the vehicle. We do not pool Highland Park passengers with strangers. Vehicles include Mercedes Sprinters, SUVs, and sedans depending on group size.
How is luggage handled on the Highland Park to DFW shuttle?
Reasonable luggage (typical 1 checked bag + 1 carry-on per passenger) is included at no extra charge. If you have oversized items, golf clubs, or extra bags, note it at booking so we send a vehicle with the right capacity.
What happens if my flight to DFW is delayed?
We track your flight number for free. If your inbound flight is delayed, we automatically adjust the pickup time at DFW — no need to call or rebook. For outbound trips, just text or call us with the new time.
How do I book a Highland Park airport shuttle?
Book online 24/7 at texasshuttle.com using the "Check Rates" button on this page, or call (817) 403-6196. You'll get an instant quote and confirmation email; we accept all major credit/debit cards.
Can I cancel or change my Highland Park reservation?
You can change the date, time, or address of your Highland Park reservation at no charge by calling or texting us before your scheduled pickup. Refund eligibility for cancellations depends on the notice given — see our cancellation policy at booking.
Can I bring my dog or pet on the Highland Park shuttle?
Yes — small pets in a carrier ride free, and well-behaved larger dogs are welcome with advance notice so we send a vehicle with appropriate space and seat protection. Service animals always ride free without any notice. Please mention pets at booking or text us before pickup so the driver is prepared.
Do you provide child seats or car seats for Highland Park families?
We do not stock infant, toddler, or booster seats — Texas does not require them in for-hire vehicles, but we strongly recommend bringing your own if your child normally rides in one. Our drivers will help you install it securely. Strollers and pack-and-plays travel free as luggage.
Can I book an early-morning or late-night Highland Park airport shuttle?
Yes — we run 24/7. Early-morning pickups (3-6 AM) and red-eye returns are routine; just book online or call (817) 403-6196. There are no surcharges for off-hours pickups; the rate you see at booking is the rate you pay.
What payment methods do you accept, and is gratuity included?
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover) at booking. Gratuity is NOT included in the quoted fare — tips are appreciated but never required, and you can tip the driver in cash or add it to your card after the ride.