Norfolk (ORF) to Denver (DEN): On-Time Performance
Data through May 2026
Norfolk (ORF) to Denver (DEN) effectively runs on two schedules. In December 2024, 92% of arrivals were on time; in June 2024 that fell to 68% — a 24-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 79% on-time against a national 78%.
- On-time
- 79%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 16 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.1%
- Flights/day
- 1.6
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 4h 7m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 1,553 mi
Best airline from ORF to DEN
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-06 and 2026-05.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlinesmost reliable | 84% | 14 min | 1.1% | 742 |
| Southwest Airlines | 71% | 16 min | 0.4% | 457 |
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 (61%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 82% | 16 min |
| Tuesday | 78% | 17 min |
| Wednesday | 81% | 13 min |
| Thursday | 81% | 19 min |
| Friday | 73% | 18 min |
| Saturdaybest | 82% | 11 min |
| Sunday | 75% | 15 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft28%
- Airline operations48%
- National airspace system21%
- Weather2%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from ORF to DEN delayed?
- 21% of ORF–DEN 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 16 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from ORF to DEN?
- United Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 84%, based on 742 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 (61%). 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 21% of the time.
- How often are ORF to DEN flights cancelled?
- 1.1% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-06 and 2026-05, at or below the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from ORF to DEN?
- June 2024 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 68% of arrivals on time. The best was December 2024 at 92%. If your dates are flexible, that 24-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 1,230 flights, 2024-06–2026-05. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-07-01.