DFW (Dallas) to PDX (Portland) flights arrive on time 67% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 71%. The average delay is 67 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.DFW → PDX
DFW (Dallas) to PDX (Portland)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 67% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Alaska Airlines edges out Frontier Airlines on this route — 71% vs 57% on time.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 71% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 57%.
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Good to know
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 ~22 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DFW cancels 2.5% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at PDX
83% on timeWhen flights into PDX are late, the average delay is 60 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at PDX: TSA is ~7 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.