DFW (Dallas) to PIT (Pittsburgh) flights arrive on time 74% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines at 75%. The average delay is 69 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.DFW → PIT
DFW (Dallas) to PIT (Pittsburgh)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 74% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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American Airlines edges out Frontier Airlines on this route — 75% vs 68% on time.
Airline Comparison
American Airlines leads at 75% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 68%.
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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 ~28 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DFW cancels 2.5% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at PIT
80% on timeWhen flights into PIT are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at PIT: TSA is ~12 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.