Charlotte (CLT) to Lexington (LEX): On-Time Performance
Data through May 2026
Charlotte (CLT) to Lexington (LEX) effectively runs on two schedules. In November 2024, 89% of arrivals were on time; in July 2024 that fell to 49% — a 39-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 74% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (87% vs 66%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 74%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 19 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 2.5%
- Flights/day
- 3.9
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 1h 25m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 281 mi
Best airline from CLT to LEX
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-06 and 2026-05.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA Airlinesmost reliable | 76% | 17 min | 2.7% | 2,865 |
| American Airlines | 63% | 31 min | 1.8% | 567 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from CLT to LEX
Aim for departures around 10 a.m. (91% on-time); avoid 8 p.m. departures (60%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 71% | 22 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 80% | 17 min |
| Wednesday | 78% | 16 min |
| Thursday | 71% | 19 min |
| Friday | 73% | 19 min |
| Saturday | 74% | 18 min |
| Sunday | 68% | 26 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft50%
- Airline operations28%
- National airspace system13%
- Weather9%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from CLT to LEX delayed?
- 27% of CLT–LEX 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 19 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from CLT to LEX?
- PSA Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 76%, based on 2,865 flights. 2 airlines flew CLT–LEX frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from CLT to LEX?
- Departures around 10 a.m. have the best record (91% on-time), while departures around 8 p.m. have the worst (60%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from CLT to LEX?
- The scheduled CLT–LEX flight time averages 1h 25m over 281 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 27% of the time.
- How often are CLT to LEX flights cancelled?
- 2.5% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-06 and 2026-05, slightly above the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from CLT to LEX?
- July 2024 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 49% of arrivals on time. The best was November 2024 at 89%. If your dates are flexible, that 39-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 3,435 flights, 2024-06–2026-05. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-07-01.