By gate C, this CNBC Smartshop covers last-minute basics fast
This CNBC Smartshop in Terminal C sits airside, so you hit it after security and before most restaurant clusters. It runs long daily hours (typically from early morning through the last evening banks), which makes it a safety net for 6 a.m. departures and 10 p.m. arrivals. Think quick grab-and-go rather than deep browsing: snacks, bottled drinks, and a rack of national newspapers and magazines under the CNBC banner.
Prices track with standard DFW Terminal C convenience spots: expect a bottled water around $3–4, candy in the $2–4 range, and basic travel chargers in the $20–35 band. You’ll also see branded merch and simple souvenirs tied to Dallas and Texas sports teams, useful if you forgot a gift before clearing security in Terminal C. Card payments dominate here; cash is accepted but slower when the line stacks up before banked departures around the C20–C30 gates.
Inventory skews toward single-serve snacks and tech essentials: headphone adapters, Lightning and USB‑C cables, and small power banks that can keep a phone alive through a 3–4 hour flight. Over-the-counter meds show up in travel blister packs, usually behind the counter or near the register, so ask if you don’t spot them. Tip: grab any charging gear you need here in Terminal C rather than hoping for better options closer to your gate; selection usually thins out as you move down the concourse.