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DFW (Dallas) to MCO (Orlando)

DFW (Dallas) to MCO (Orlando) flights arrive on time 66% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is null at 84%. The average delay is 76 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.

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This route is delayed fairly often. About 66% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.

Accurate?

null is significantly more reliable on this route at 84% on time vs American Airlines at 63%.

Airline Comparison

leads at 84% on time; American Airlines trails at 63%.

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Good to know

Departing from DFW

77% on time

Expect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DFW has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~20 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

DFW cancels 2.5% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.

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Arriving at MCO

75% on time

When flights into MCO are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at MCO: TSA is ~20 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.