Newark (EWR) to Fort Myers (RSW): On-Time Performance
Data through May 2026
Newark (EWR) to Fort Myers (RSW) effectively runs on two schedules. In September 2024, 91% of arrivals were on time; in December 2024 that fell to 57% — a 34-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 78% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (85% vs 68%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 78%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 16 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.9%
- Flights/day
- 5.6
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 3h 11m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 1,068 mi
Best airline from EWR to RSW
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-06 and 2026-05.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlinesmost reliable | 78% | 16 min | 1.7% | 3,335 |
| JetBlue Airways | 75% | 19 min | 2.2% | 719 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from EWR to RSW
Aim for departures around 6 a.m. (91% on-time); avoid 7 p.m. departures (62%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 76% | 20 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 86% | 9 min |
| Wednesday | 84% | 14 min |
| Thursday | 74% | 17 min |
| Friday | 79% | 14 min |
| Saturday | 75% | 16 min |
| Sunday | 70% | 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 aircraft44%
- Airline operations27%
- National airspace system26%
- Weather4%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from EWR to RSW delayed?
- 22% of EWR–RSW 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 16 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from EWR to RSW?
- United Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 78%, based on 3,335 flights. 2 airlines flew EWR–RSW frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from EWR to RSW?
- Departures around 6 a.m. have the best record (91% on-time), while departures around 7 p.m. have the worst (62%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from EWR to RSW?
- The scheduled EWR–RSW flight time averages 3h 11m over 1,068 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 22% of the time.
- How often are EWR to RSW flights cancelled?
- 1.9% 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 EWR to RSW?
- December 2024 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 57% of arrivals on time. The best was September 2024 at 91%. If your dates are flexible, that 34-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 4,074 flights, 2024-06–2026-05. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-07-01.