BNA (Nashville) to DFW (Dallas) flights arrive on time 75% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is PSA Airlines at 79%. The average delay is 96 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.BNA → DFW
BNA (Nashville) to DFW (Dallas)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 75% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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PSA Airlines edges out Frontier Airlines on this route — 79% vs 65% on time.
Airline Comparison
PSA Airlines leads at 79% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 65%.
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Good to know
Departing from BNA
79% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. BNA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~10 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at DFW
76% on timeWhen flights into DFW are late, the average delay is 82 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DFW: TSA is ~24 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
DFW has a 2.5% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.