Jetting off

Fuss-free hop-on jet service JSX launches new nonstop flights from Dallas to Destin

Attention, summer vacationers.

Courtesy of My Gulf Coast Life

With summer vacation on the horizon, Dallas-based JSX hop-on jet service is relaunching its popular seasonal service to a favorite Florida beach destination — Destin.

Nonstop flights from Dallas Love Field to Destin Executive Airport will start May 12 and run until October 31, according to a news release. Fares start at $199 one-way.

"Primed for quick and seamless summer getaways, the new routes are available for booking via the JSX website for warm weather seekers looking to simply hop on and travel with style and ease to the beautiful sandy beaches and blue skies of Destin," the company says in the release.

JSX introduced the Dallas-to-Destin round-trip route in spring 2021 for $149 one-way; it's slightly more now, but that's where we are. At least bags (including golf bags) still fly free. In fact, fares include at least two checked bags (weight/size restrictions apply), onboard cocktails, and gourmet snacks. 

Flights between Dallas and Destin will will operate five times a week (Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday) between private terminals at the airports. They depart Dallas on those days at 10 am, arriving Destin at 11:50 am. Flights depart Destin on those days at 3:45 pm and arrive in Dallas at 5:55 pm.

Destin, in Florida's panhandle, is known for its white sand beaches, emerald green Gulf waters, plentiful fishing, and challenging golf courses.

For those who might want to continue on to Miami, JSX also is introducing service between Destin (DSI) and Miami (MIA) starting May 12, with introductory fares at $149 one-way.

“As domestic travel continues to heat up this spring and summer, we are pleased to relaunch our nonstop service between Dallas and Destin along with our first intra-Florida route between Destin and Miami,“ says JSX CEO Alex Wilcox in the release. “We look forward to growing our footprint in Florida as we continue to offer customers a variety of prime locations to visit and explore for work and play in 2022.”

JSX continues to tout its "no crowds, no lines, and no fuss" travel experience. Dallas travelers fly out of a private terminal at Love Field and can arrive just 20 minutes before "hopping on" their flight. Passengers have access to valet parking, Wi-Fi lounges, and speedy baggage retrieval. Touchless check-in and frictionless security minimize "dwell" time — less time on the journey, more time at the destination.

JSX planes feature just 30 business class-caliber seats in a unique 1x1 configuration, as well as complimentary service of drinks, snacks, and cocktails. The company also has a pet-friendly policy that allows small dogs and cats to fly for free.

JSX flights may be booked directly through the website, mobile app, or through codeshare partner JetBlue. Passengers should continue to follow CDC guidelines regarding travel and masking.

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Dallas convention center re-do will shut down DART stop for 3 years

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Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is about to shut down its stop at the Convention Center Station for the next three years.

The agency is being forced to close the station to accommodate the city of Dallas' construction and redevelopment of the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center. As part of the project, the station will be closed for the duration of construction, which is currently estimated at three years.

The Convention Center Station is a stop on both the Red and Blue lines, and the shutdown will affect anyone traveling to or from southwest Dallas. North Dallas, Plano, Rowlett, and Carrollton will thankfully be spared.

Rail detours
Riders who previously used the Convention Center Station will be directed to nearby alternative stations at Cedars or EBJ Union. DART has prepared clear signage, rider alerts, and bus connections to support customers and make navigating the closure as easy as possible.

Bus detours
Routes 28 and 106 will maintain regular service outside of downtown. Within downtown, instead of taking Lamar to the Convention Center, the bus will turn left on Young Street, right on Akard Street, right on Marilla Street where the Akard and Marilla bus stop is located (stop number 20685).

Outbound, routes 28 and 106 will turn left on Young Street, right on Lamar Street and then proceed on their regular route.

Layover at Akard and Marilla: Passengers deboard at Cedars Station and take the special South Dallas GoLink to bus stops at Akard and Marilla or to EBJ Union Station.

Route 224 will operate a detour going inbound. Inbound trips will come downtown via Elm and continue to Houston, turn left on Commerce and continue to Harwood. It will then turn left to go to the East Transfer Center where it will layover. Outbound trips will originate from the East Transfer Center and operate a regular route out of downtown.

Layover at East Transfer Center

Passengers arriving by train can deboard at Convention Center Station to board route 224.
Another option for passengers is to deboard at Akard Station, then board 224 at Elm and Akard.

Route 383 East Transfer Center is your final stop. 383 will not continue past this station. This route will be discontinued on February 02, 2026.

DART will implement a new GoLink Zone for Convention Center Station customers that will only provide service for trips originating at EBJ Union Station, Cedars Station, or the substitute bus layover location on Akard and Marilla and terminating at one of those locations.

The service will operate 7 days a week, from 5 am to midnight. Customers using this GoLink Zone may only travel between these three designated points.

All changes will be reflected online and in the GoPass app for the duration of construction.

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