DEN (Denver) to RIC (Richmond) flights arrive on time 70% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Frontier Airlines at 88%. 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 October 2026.DEN → RIC
DEN (Denver) to RIC (Richmond)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 70% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Frontier Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 88% on time vs Southwest Airlines at 67%.
Airline Comparison
Frontier Airlines leads at 88% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 67%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from DEN
78% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DEN has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~21 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at RIC
79% on timeWhen flights into RIC are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at RIC: TSA is ~14 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.