EWR (Newark) to DFW (Dallas) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Frontier Airlines at 81%. The average delay is 85 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.EWR → DFW
EWR (Newark) to DFW (Dallas)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Frontier Airlines edges out Spirit Airlines on this route — 81% vs 75% on time.
Airline Comparison
Frontier Airlines leads at 81% on time; Spirit Airlines trails at 75%.
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Good to know
Departing from EWR
77% on timeExpect ~23 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. EWR has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~22 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
EWR cancels 2.8% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at DFW
76% on timeWhen flights into DFW are late, the average delay is 82 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DFW: TSA is ~24 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
DFW has a 2.5% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.