Which airline is most reliable for ABQ (Albuquerque) to DAL (Dallas)?

The most reliable airline on the ABQ to DAL route is Southwest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 83%.

How often are flights delayed from ABQ to DAL?

About 17% of flights from ABQ to DAL experience delays. 83% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on ABQ to DAL flights?

When flights from ABQ to DAL are delayed, the average delay is approximately 56 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a ABQ to DAL flight?

With 83% of ABQ to DAL flights arriving on time and an average delay of 56 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at DAL is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

Is ABQ (Albuquerque) to DAL (Dallas) usually delayed?

No, ABQ to DAL flights are generally reliable. 83% arrive on time, which is above average. When delays do occur, they average 56 minutes.

What airline is most reliable on ABQ (Albuquerque) to DAL (Dallas)?

Southwest Airlines is the most reliable airline flying ABQ to DAL, with 83% of flights arriving on time.

What's the best month to fly ABQ (Albuquerque) to DAL (Dallas)?

The best month to fly ABQ to DAL is January, when 90% of flights arrive on time. The worst month is June at 77% on time. If your schedule is flexible, flying in January gives you the best odds of an on-time arrival.

ABQ → DAL

ABQ (Albuquerque) to DAL (Dallas)

ABQ (Albuquerque) to DAL (Dallas) flights arrive on time 83% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 83%. The average delay is 56 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated November 2026.

ABQ → DAL on-time performance by month

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This route is on time most of the time. About 83% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

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Best & worst months to fly ABQ → DAL

Best month

January

90% on time

Worst month

June

77% on time

Jan

90%

Feb

89%

Sep

88%

Nov

86%

Mar

85%

Oct

85%

Apr

84%

Aug

83%

Dec

83%

May

78%

Jul

77%

Jun

77%

Good to know

Departing from ABQ

81% on time

Expect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ABQ has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (5 min).

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Arriving at DAL

78% on time

When flights into DAL are late, the average delay is 56 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at DAL: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated November 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.