DFW (Dallas) to SBA (Santa Barbara) flights arrive on time 70% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines at 73%. The average delay is 79 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.DFW → SBA
DFW (Dallas) to SBA (Santa Barbara)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 70% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DFW cancels 2.5% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at SBA
83% on timeWhen flights into SBA are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SBA: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.