Charlotte (CLT) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Charlotte (CLT) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) effectively runs on two schedules. In November 2024, 87% of arrivals were on time; in July 2024 that fell to 56% — a 31-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 76% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (84% vs 67%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 76%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 18 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 2.3%
- Flights/day
- 11
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 58m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 935 mi
Best airline from CLT to DFW
3 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Airlinesmost reliable | 79% | 20 min | 1.6% | 247 |
| American Airlines | 76% | 17 min | 2.2% | 7,680 |
| Frontier Airlines | 68% | 28 min | 4.3% | 445 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from CLT to DFW
Aim for departures around 5 a.m. (88% on-time); avoid 5 p.m. departures (54%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 73% | 21 min |
| Tuesday | 80% | 15 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 81% | 11 min |
| Thursday | 76% | 16 min |
| Friday | 75% | 19 min |
| Saturday | 75% | 18 min |
| Sunday | 70% | 25 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft38%
- Airline operations28%
- National airspace system22%
- Weather11%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from CLT to DFW delayed?
- 25% of CLT–DFW flights arrived 15 or more minutes late (the US DOT definition of a delay) between 2024-07 and 2026-07. The average arrival delay across completed flights was 18 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from CLT to DFW?
- Spirit Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 79%, based on 247 flights. 3 airlines flew CLT–DFW frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from CLT to DFW?
- Departures around 5 a.m. have the best record (88% on-time), while departures around 5 p.m. have the worst (54%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from CLT to DFW?
- The scheduled CLT–DFW flight time averages 2h 58m over 935 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 25% of the time.
- How often are CLT to DFW flights cancelled?
- 2.3% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, slightly above the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from CLT to DFW?
- July 2024 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 56% of arrivals on time. The best was November 2024 at 87%. If your dates are flexible, that 31-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 8,372 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.