DEN (Denver) to ALB (Albany) flights arrive on time 58% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 68%. The average delay is 58 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.DEN → ALB
DEN (Denver) to ALB (Albany)
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This route is frequently delayed. About 58% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
United Airlines edges out Southwest Airlines on this route — 68% vs 60% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 68% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 60%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from DEN
79% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DEN has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ALB
78% on timeWhen flights into ALB are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ALB: 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.