How long does it take to get through international customs at DFW?
International travelers can expect to wait an average of 15 minutes in customs at DFW, ranking eighth among major airports, where average waits range from 10 minutes to 27 minutes.
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Agree, one hour to connect at DFW should be fine assuming your inbound flight is on time. The Skylink tram takes less than 12 minutes, including wait time, to get between the two furthest terminals. The good news is that a 1-hr connection at DFW is no problem.
The Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) International Airport is a very large airport. But despite its size, it is still pretty easy to navigate. There is a Skylink that takes people from one terminal to another, and there are plenty of dining and shopping areas throughout the entire airport.
DFW ranks among the fastest major airports for clearing customs, according to a report released Tuesday. International travelers can expect to wait an average of 15 minutes in customs at DFW, ranking eighth among major airports, where average waits range from 10 minutes to 27 minutes.
In any case, you will have to re-clear security to enter the other terminals, and once you do, you can make use of the Skylink train to reach your connecting terminal.
Do you have to go through security again for connecting flight? Yes, passengers usually have to re-clear security for connecting flights. It is recommended that travelers allow enough extra time before their connecting flight to pass through security and customs again.
When entering the United States from overseas, you must obtain your luggage and bring them through Customs and Border Protection (CBP). You will need to check them back into the airlines to make your next flight. Baggage not obtained after your international flight will not get to your final destination.
The bad news is that the time it takes can vary wildly depending on which airport you travel through and when you land. Customs will take a lot longer if a bunch of flights all land at the same time, but, on average, it takes about 20 minutes or less to get through customs.