DFW (Dallas) to RSW (Fort Myers) flights arrive on time 67% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Frontier Airlines at 79%. The average delay is 72 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.DFW → RSW
DFW (Dallas) to RSW (Fort Myers)
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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.
Accurate?
Frontier Airlines edges out American Airlines on this route — 79% vs 68% on time.
Airline Comparison
Frontier Airlines leads at 79% on time; American 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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DFW cancels 2.5% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at RSW
79% on timeWhen flights into RSW are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at RSW: TSA is ~5 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.