DEN (Denver) to FSD (Sioux Falls) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 85%. The average delay is 74 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.DEN → FSD
DEN (Denver) to FSD (Sioux Falls)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 81% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
SkyWest Airlines edges out United Airlines on this route — 85% vs 75% on time.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 85% on time; United Airlines trails at 75%.
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 FSD
77% on timeWhen flights into FSD are late, the average delay is 79 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at FSD: 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.