DCA (Washington) to BHM (Birmingham) flights arrive on time 72% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 74%. The average delay is 87 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.DCA → BHM
DCA (Washington) to BHM (Birmingham)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 72% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Republic Airways leads slightly at 74% vs PSA Airlines at 71%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 74% on time; PSA Airlines trails at 71%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from DCA
75% on timeExpect ~21 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DCA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DCA cancels 3.2% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at BHM
80% on timeWhen flights into BHM are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at BHM: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.