Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to Minneapolis (MSP): On-Time Performance
Data through May 2026
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to Minneapolis (MSP) effectively runs on two schedules. In October 2024, 91% of arrivals were on time; in June 2024 that fell to 59% — 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 (83% vs 66%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 76%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 20 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.9%
- Flights/day
- 8.9
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 28m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 852 mi
Best airline from DFW to MSP
3 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-06 and 2026-05.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Linesmost reliable | 82% | 18 min | 1.2% | 2,805 |
| Frontier Airlines | 75% | 20 min | 1.2% | 341 |
| American Airlines | 70% | 21 min | 2.6% | 3,374 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from DFW to MSP
Aim for departures around 6 a.m. (92% on-time); avoid 9 p.m. departures (63%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 74% | 24 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 80% | 18 min |
| Wednesday | 74% | 20 min |
| Thursday | 76% | 16 min |
| Friday | 79% | 18 min |
| Saturday | 74% | 19 min |
| Sunday | 73% | 22 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft49%
- Airline operations31%
- National airspace system12%
- Weather8%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from DFW to MSP delayed?
- 25% of DFW–MSP flights arrived 15 or more minutes late (the US DOT definition of a delay) between 2024-06 and 2026-05. The average arrival delay across completed flights was 20 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from DFW to MSP?
- Delta Air Lines has the best on-time record on this route at 82%, based on 2,805 flights. 3 airlines flew DFW–MSP frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from DFW to MSP?
- Departures around 6 a.m. have the best record (92% on-time), while departures around 9 p.m. have the worst (63%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from DFW to MSP?
- The scheduled DFW–MSP flight time averages 2h 28m over 852 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 25% of the time.
- How often are DFW to MSP flights cancelled?
- 1.9% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-06 and 2026-05, slightly above the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from DFW to MSP?
- June 2024 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 59% of arrivals on time. The best was October 2024 at 91%. If your dates are flexible, that 31-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 6,554 flights, 2024-06–2026-05. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-07-01.