DEN (Denver) to MTJ (Montrose) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 82%. The average delay is 60 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.DEN → MTJ
DEN (Denver) to MTJ (Montrose)
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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.
Accurate?
Southwest Airlines edges out United Airlines on this route — 82% vs 76% on time.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 82% on time; United Airlines trails at 76%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from DEN
78% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DEN has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~13 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at MTJ
80% on timeWhen flights into MTJ are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MTJ: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.