Charlotte (CLT) to Springfield (SGF): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Charlotte (CLT) to Springfield (SGF) effectively runs on two schedules. In January 2026, 89% of arrivals were on time; in December 2024 that fell to 59% — a 31-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 77% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (83% vs 72%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 77%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 14 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 2.1%
- Flights/day
- 3.3
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 29m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 708 mi
Best airline from CLT to SGF
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA Airlinesmost reliable | 78% | 14 min | 2.7% | 1,537 |
| Envoy Air | 76% | 15 min | 1.4% | 1,096 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from CLT to SGF
Aim for departures around 1 p.m. (88% on-time); avoid 4 p.m. departures (70%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 80% | 12 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 85% | 9 min |
| Wednesday | 82% | 10 min |
| Thursday | 74% | 15 min |
| Friday | 72% | 17 min |
| Saturday | 74% | 16 min |
| Sunday | 71% | 20 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft46%
- Airline operations28%
- National airspace system18%
- Weather8%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from CLT to SGF delayed?
- 23% of CLT–SGF 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 14 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from CLT to SGF?
- PSA Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 78%, based on 1,537 flights. 2 airlines flew CLT–SGF frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from CLT to SGF?
- Departures around 1 p.m. have the best record (88% on-time), while departures around 4 p.m. have the worst (70%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from CLT to SGF?
- The scheduled CLT–SGF flight time averages 2h 29m over 708 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 23% of the time.
- How often are CLT to SGF flights cancelled?
- 2.1% 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 CLT to SGF?
- December 2024 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 59% of arrivals on time. The best was January 2026 at 89%. If your dates are flexible, that 31-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 2,633 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.