DAL (Dallas) to BNA (Nashville) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 79%. The average delay is 55 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.DAL → BNA
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Departing from DAL
78% on timeTSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DAL cancels 2.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at BNA
80% on timeWhen flights into BNA are late, the average delay is 64 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at BNA: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.