Columbus (CMH) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL): On-Time Performance
Data through May 2026
Columbus (CMH) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) effectively runs on two schedules. In September 2024, 93% of arrivals were on time; in March 2026 that fell to 63% — a 29-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 80% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (85% vs 71%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 80%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 15 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.7%
- Flights/day
- 2.5
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 38m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 973 mi
Best airline from CMH to FLL
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-06 and 2026-05.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Airlinesmost reliable | 81% | 14 min | 2.1% | 1,182 |
| Southwest Airlines | 79% | 14 min | 0.9% | 782 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from CMH to FLL
Aim for departures around 6 a.m. (93% on-time); avoid 9 p.m. departures (58%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 77% | 17 min |
| Tuesday | 82% | 20 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 87% | 9 min |
| Thursday | 78% | 11 min |
| Friday | 82% | 13 min |
| Saturday | 81% | 16 min |
| Sunday | 74% | 15 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft38%
- Airline operations24%
- National airspace system34%
- Weather3%
- Security1%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from CMH to FLL delayed?
- 20% of CMH–FLL 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 15 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from CMH to FLL?
- Spirit Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 81%, based on 1,182 flights. 2 airlines flew CMH–FLL frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from CMH to FLL?
- Departures around 6 a.m. have the best record (93% on-time), while departures around 9 p.m. have the worst (58%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from CMH to FLL?
- The scheduled CMH–FLL flight time averages 2h 38m over 973 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 20% of the time.
- How often are CMH to FLL flights cancelled?
- 1.7% 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 CMH to FLL?
- March 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 63% of arrivals on time. The best was September 2024 at 93%. If your dates are flexible, that 29-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 1,984 flights, 2024-06–2026-05. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-07-01.