DFW (Dallas) to AUS (Austin) flights arrive on time 71% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is null at 81%. 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 July 2026.DFW → AUS
DFW (Dallas) to AUS (Austin)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 71% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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null edges out American Airlines on this route — 81% vs 69% on time.
Airline Comparison
leads at 81% on time; American Airlines trails at 69%.
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Good to know
Departing from DFW
76% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DFW has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~14 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DFW cancels 2.5% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at AUS
79% on timeWhen flights into AUS are late, the average delay is 69 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at AUS: TSA is ~7 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.