Atlanta (ATL) to Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Atlanta (ATL) to Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ) effectively runs on two schedules. In October 2024, 91% of arrivals were on time; in July 2024 that fell to 63% — a 28-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 79% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (86% vs 72%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 79%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 13 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 2.7%
- Flights/day
- 6.3
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 1h 31m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 444 mi
Best airline from ATL to SRQ
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Linesmost reliable | 79% | 14 min | 2.6% | 4,722 |
| Southwest Airlines | 79% | 12 min | 3.8% | 263 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from ATL to SRQ
Aim for departures around 8 a.m. (88% on-time); avoid 8 p.m. departures (64%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 79% | 14 min |
| Tuesday | 82% | 13 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 86% | 7 min |
| Thursday | 79% | 12 min |
| Friday | 80% | 15 min |
| Saturday | 78% | 14 min |
| Sunday | 71% | 19 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft24%
- Airline operations48%
- National airspace system19%
- Weather8%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from ATL to SRQ delayed?
- 21% of ATL–SRQ flights arrived 15 or more minutes late (the US DOT definition of a delay) between 2024-07 and 2026-07. The average arrival delay across completed flights was 13 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from ATL to SRQ?
- Delta Air Lines has the best on-time record on this route at 79%, based on 4,722 flights. 2 airlines flew ATL–SRQ frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from ATL to SRQ?
- Departures around 8 a.m. have the best record (88% on-time), while departures around 8 p.m. have the worst (64%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from ATL to SRQ?
- The scheduled ATL–SRQ flight time averages 1h 31m over 444 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 21% of the time.
- How often are ATL to SRQ flights cancelled?
- 2.7% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, slightly above the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from ATL to SRQ?
- July 2024 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 63% of arrivals on time. The best was October 2024 at 91%. If your dates are flexible, that 28-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 4,985 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.