Charlotte (CLT) to Miami (MIA): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Charlotte (CLT) to Miami (MIA) effectively runs on two schedules. In November 2024, 88% of arrivals were on time; in August 2024 that fell to 61% — a 27-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 75% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (85% vs 65%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 75%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 20 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.6%
- Flights/day
- 10
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 10m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 650 mi
Best airline from CLT to MIA
3 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Airlinesmost reliable | 76% | 19 min | 3.1% | 546 |
| American Airlines | 75% | 19 min | 1.4% | 6,904 |
| Frontier Airlines | 70% | 36 min | 3.7% | 404 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from CLT to MIA
Aim for departures around 5 a.m. (91% on-time); avoid 5 p.m. departures (56%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 74% | 26 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 81% | 14 min |
| Wednesday | 79% | 14 min |
| Thursday | 73% | 22 min |
| Friday | 75% | 19 min |
| Saturday | 75% | 20 min |
| Sunday | 69% | 25 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft39%
- Airline operations35%
- National airspace system18%
- Weather8%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from CLT to MIA delayed?
- 25% of CLT–MIA 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 20 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from CLT to MIA?
- Spirit Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 76%, based on 546 flights. 3 airlines flew CLT–MIA frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from CLT to MIA?
- Departures around 5 a.m. have the best record (91% on-time), while departures around 5 p.m. have the worst (56%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from CLT to MIA?
- The scheduled CLT–MIA flight time averages 2h 10m over 650 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 25% of the time.
- How often are CLT to MIA flights cancelled?
- 1.6% 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 CLT to MIA?
- August 2024 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 61% of arrivals on time. The best was November 2024 at 88%. If your dates are flexible, that 27-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 7,854 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.