DFW (Dallas) to ALB (Albany) flights arrive on time 49% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines at 49%. The average delay is 95 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.DFW → ALB
DFW (Dallas) to ALB (Albany)
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This route is frequently delayed. About 49% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Departing from DFW
77% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DFW has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~10 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DFW cancels 2.5% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at ALB
79% on timeWhen flights into ALB are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ALB: TSA is ~14 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.