Baltimore (BWI) to Minneapolis (MSP): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Baltimore (BWI) to Minneapolis (MSP) effectively runs on two schedules. In September 2024, 93% of arrivals were on time; in July 2026 that fell to 60% — a 33-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 (89% vs 67%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 81%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 16 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.2%
- Flights/day
- 3.9
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 45m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 936 mi
Best airline from BWI to MSP
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Linesmost reliable | 86% | 15 min | 1.0% | 1,907 |
| Southwest Airlines | 72% | 17 min | 1.5% | 1,097 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from BWI to MSP
Aim for departures around 6 a.m. (92% on-time); avoid 10 p.m. departures (29%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 79% | 18 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 85% | 14 min |
| Wednesday | 83% | 12 min |
| Thursday | 79% | 17 min |
| Friday | 82% | 13 min |
| Saturday | 79% | 22 min |
| Sunday | 79% | 17 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft44%
- Airline operations38%
- National airspace system15%
- Weather3%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from BWI to MSP delayed?
- 19% of BWI–MSP 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 16 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from BWI to MSP?
- Delta Air Lines has the best on-time record on this route at 86%, based on 1,907 flights. 2 airlines flew BWI–MSP frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from BWI to MSP?
- Departures around 6 a.m. have the best record (92% on-time), while departures around 10 p.m. have the worst (29%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from BWI to MSP?
- The scheduled BWI–MSP flight time averages 2h 45m over 936 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 19% of the time.
- How often are BWI to MSP flights cancelled?
- 1.2% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, at or below the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from BWI to MSP?
- July 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 60% of arrivals on time. The best was September 2024 at 93%. If your dates are flexible, that 33-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 3,004 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.