Hartford (BDL) to Atlanta (ATL): On-Time Performance
Data through May 2026
Hartford (BDL) to Atlanta (ATL) effectively runs on two schedules. In October 2024, 93% of arrivals were on time; in July 2024 that fell to 63% — a 30-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 81% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (86% vs 76%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 81%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 14 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.6%
- Flights/day
- 6.4
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 37m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 859 mi
Best airline from BDL to ATL
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-06 and 2026-05.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Linesmost reliable | 82% | 13 min | 1.6% | 4,314 |
| Frontier Airlines | 72% | 22 min | 2.6% | 270 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from BDL to ATL
Aim for departures around 8 a.m. (89% on-time); avoid 3 p.m. departures (67%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 81% | 13 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 86% | 9 min |
| Wednesday | 85% | 10 min |
| Thursday | 83% | 14 min |
| Friday | 80% | 17 min |
| Saturday | 82% | 13 min |
| Sunday | 75% | 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 aircraft37%
- Airline operations38%
- National airspace system21%
- Weather4%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from BDL to ATL delayed?
- 19% of BDL–ATL flights arrived 15 or more minutes late (the US DOT definition of a delay) between 2024-06 and 2026-05. The average arrival delay across completed flights was 14 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from BDL to ATL?
- Delta Air Lines has the best on-time record on this route at 82%, based on 4,314 flights. 2 airlines flew BDL–ATL frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from BDL to ATL?
- Departures around 8 a.m. have the best record (89% on-time), while departures around 3 p.m. have the worst (67%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from BDL to ATL?
- The scheduled BDL–ATL flight time averages 2h 37m over 859 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 19% of the time.
- How often are BDL to ATL flights cancelled?
- 1.6% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-06 and 2026-05, at or below the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from BDL to ATL?
- July 2024 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 63% of arrivals on time. The best was October 2024 at 93%. If your dates are flexible, that 30-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 4,584 flights, 2024-06–2026-05. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-07-01.