DFW (Dallas) to EWR (Newark) flights arrive on time 71% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Frontier Airlines at 93%. The average delay is 87 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.DFW → EWR
DFW (Dallas) to EWR (Newark)
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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 air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Frontier Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 93% on time vs American Airlines at 66%.
Airline Comparison
Frontier Airlines leads at 93% on time; American Airlines trails at 66%.
Accurate?
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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DFW cancels 2.5% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at EWR
77% on timeWhen flights into EWR are late, the average delay is 81 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at EWR: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
EWR has a 2.8% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.