With a dramatic skyline of shining towers, huge open prairies surrounding it and a thriving arts scene, Dallas is Texas’ second-largest city and one of its most important commercial centres. Alongside the commerce and the oil industry is a city with a thriving arts scene and some historic centres of national and international importance.

Book a flight to Dallas with Qatar Airways and you’ll arrive in one of the most welcoming cities in America, where the smiles are as big as the 10-gallon hats.

The city is made up of various districts, each with their own unique personality and charm. Discovering everything that Dallas has to offer may take more than one trip, but you can guarantee you’ll be welcomed back with the same warmth and enthusiasm, no matter how often you visit.

Tourist attractions

Dallas has a wealth of museums, from the Dallas Museum of Art to the new Perot Museum of Nature and Science (hugely popular, so book your tickets in advance to ensure you can get in). The most infamous is perhaps the Sixth Floor Museum at the Texas Book Depository, from where Lee Harvey Oswald assassinated President Kennedy in 1963.

Another unusual museum is the Museum of Geometric and MADI Art, which focuses on digital art rather than more traditional paintings and sculpture.

Dallas loves its sports, and if you get a chance to catch an American football game during your stay then head to the AT&T Stadium in Arlington to watch the Dallas Cowboys play.

There are also arenas for the NBA team the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center in Downtown Dallas, where you’ll also find the Dallas Stars ice hockey team.

There are plenty of open spaces in this modern city, and a great place to relax for a while is the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens along the south banks of White Rock Lake in East Dallas.

A sprawling metropolis shaped by its oil riches, Dallas is the third biggest city in Texas and home to many popular attractions. Book a flight ticket to Dallas with Qatar Airways and experience the best of both worlds – ultra-modern attractions and old-world charm.

Just under 4km from the city centre of Thiruvananthapuram and one of India’s busiest airports, Trivandrum International Airport now serves destinations around the world and is an excellent starting point for your journey. 

Staff are passenger focused and incredibly friendly and helpful, and passengers flying from Trivandrum with Qatar Airways will find this to be a pleasurable and well-organised departure point. Excellent ground facilities and easy transport to and from the airport make it convenient too. 

Transportation and parking

If you are driving to the airport you will find it well signposted and clearly marked on the main routeways. Use the northbound NH66 bypass and look for the dedicated airport sliproad. Buses are plentiful and run every few minutes from the city centre, although be advised that they can be very crowded and difficult to negotiate if you are carrying large or heavy luggage. 

The journey time by bus is around 30 minutes and fares are incredibly cheap. Taxis are a better option, although it is essential that you use an authorised and metred taxi and not an ‘unofficial’ cab. If in doubt, ask your hotel concierge to book one for you. Journey time is approximately 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. 

Parking at the airport is limited with around 700 spaces at the international terminal and a further 300 at the domestic terminal.

Arriving in Trivandrum

Passengers flying from Trivandrum with Qatar Airways depart from the International Terminal. During peak travel times the terminal can be incredibly busy, so if you are travelling during these times allow extra time before your flight is due to board to check in and clear customs. Security checks are tight.

Facilities and amenities

In the terminal itself you will find plenty of food and beverage vendors, including chai (tea) sellers and local delicacies. There are also fast food and international cuisine outlets available. 

Shopping is good, with a selection of retail outlets selling luxury goods (look out for particularly good quality leather goods) and accessories. Internet connection is available throughout the terminal, and there is a counter put aside for international telephone calls too.

With a dramatic skyline of shining towers, huge open prairies surrounding it and a thriving arts scene, Dallas is Texas’ second-largest city and one of its most important commercial centres. Alongside the commerce and the oil industry is a city with a thriving arts scene and some historic centres of national and international importance.

Book a flight to Dallas with Qatar Airways and you’ll arrive in one of the most welcoming cities in America, where the smiles are as big as the 10-gallon hats.

The city is made up of various districts, each with their own unique personality and charm. Discovering everything that Dallas has to offer may take more than one trip, but you can guarantee you’ll be welcomed back with the same warmth and enthusiasm, no matter how often you visit.

Tourist attractions

Dallas has a wealth of museums, from the Dallas Museum of Art to the new Perot Museum of Nature and Science (hugely popular, so book your tickets in advance to ensure you can get in). The most infamous is perhaps the Sixth Floor Museum at the Texas Book Depository, from where Lee Harvey Oswald assassinated President Kennedy in 1963.

Another unusual museum is the Museum of Geometric and MADI Art, which focuses on digital art rather than more traditional paintings and sculpture.

Dallas loves its sports, and if you get a chance to catch an American football game during your stay then head to the AT&T Stadium in Arlington to watch the Dallas Cowboys play.

There are also arenas for the NBA team the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center in Downtown Dallas, where you’ll also find the Dallas Stars ice hockey team.

There are plenty of open spaces in this modern city, and a great place to relax for a while is the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens along the south banks of White Rock Lake in East Dallas.

Travel considerations

Flights to Dallas with Qatar Airways land at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure. Before you fly to Dallas please check the visa and passport requirements.