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RSW (Fort Myers) to DFW (Dallas)

RSW (Fort Myers) to DFW (Dallas) flights arrive on time 71% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines at 72%. The average delay is 97 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.

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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.

Accurate?

American Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 72% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 50%.

Airline Comparison

American Airlines leads at 72% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 50%.

Accurate?

Good to know

Departing from RSW

79% on time

Expect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. RSW has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~17 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

RSW cancels 2.5% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.

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Arriving at DFW

77% on time

When flights into DFW are late, the average delay is 80 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at DFW: TSA is ~23 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 May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.