DFW (Dallas) to TUS (Tucson) flights arrive on time 71% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is null at 83%. The average delay is 75 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.DFW → TUS
DFW (Dallas) to TUS (Tucson)
DFW → TUS on-time performance by month
This route is delayed fairly often. About 71% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
null edges out American Airlines on this route — 83% vs 70% on time.
Airline Comparison
leads at 83% on time; American Airlines trails at 70%.
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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DFW cancels 2.5% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at TUS
83% on timeWhen flights into TUS are late, the average delay is 69 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at TUS: 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.