Norfolk (ORF) to Denver (DEN): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Norfolk (ORF) to Denver (DEN) effectively runs on two schedules. In December 2024, 92% of arrivals were on time; in June 2026 that fell to 47% — a 44-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 77% on-time against a national 78%.
- On-time
- 77%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 16 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 0.8%
- Flights/day
- 1.7
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 4h 7m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 1,553 mi
Best airline from ORF to DEN
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlinesmost reliable | 81% | 15 min | 0.9% | 815 |
| Southwest Airlines | 70% | 16 min | 0.6% | 505 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from ORF to DEN
Aim for departures around 7 a.m. (94% on-time); avoid 4 p.m. departures (56%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 80% | 16 min |
| Tuesday | 78% | 17 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 82% | 13 min |
| Thursday | 78% | 17 min |
| Friday | 70% | 19 min |
| Saturday | 78% | 13 min |
| Sunday | 73% | 18 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft26%
- Airline operations50%
- National airspace system22%
- Weather2%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from ORF to DEN delayed?
- 23% of ORF–DEN 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 16 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from ORF to DEN?
- United Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 81%, based on 815 flights. 2 airlines flew ORF–DEN frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from ORF to DEN?
- Departures around 7 a.m. have the best record (94% on-time), while departures around 4 p.m. have the worst (56%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from ORF to DEN?
- The scheduled ORF–DEN flight time averages 4h 7m over 1,553 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 23% of the time.
- How often are ORF to DEN flights cancelled?
- 0.8% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, at or below the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from ORF to DEN?
- June 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 47% of arrivals on time. The best was December 2024 at 92%. If your dates are flexible, that 44-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 1,338 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.