New York (LGA) to Atlanta (ATL): On-Time Performance
Data through May 2026
New York (LGA) to Atlanta (ATL) effectively runs on two schedules. In October 2024, 89% of arrivals were on time; in July 2024 that fell to 63% — a 26-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 (85% vs 65%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 77%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 19 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 2.7%
- Flights/day
- 23
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 35m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 762 mi
Best airline from LGA to ATL
6 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-06 and 2026-05.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Airlinesmost reliable | 84% | 10 min | 1.3% | 315 |
| Delta Air Lines | 80% | 16 min | 2.2% | 9,616 |
| Republic Airways | 77% | 16 min | 4.6% | 1,420 |
| Southwest Airlines | 76% | 18 min | 2.3% | 2,457 |
| JetBlue Airways | 66% | 28 min | 3.8% | 553 |
| Frontier Airlines | 60% | 41 min | 4.3% | 1,528 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from LGA to ATL
Aim for departures around 7 a.m. (90% on-time); avoid 5 p.m. departures (63%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 76% | 20 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 80% | 16 min |
| Wednesday | 79% | 16 min |
| Thursday | 77% | 18 min |
| Friday | 76% | 20 min |
| Saturday | 78% | 17 min |
| Sunday | 72% | 23 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft43%
- Airline operations31%
- National airspace system25%
- Weather1%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from LGA to ATL delayed?
- 23% of LGA–ATL 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 LGA to ATL?
- Spirit Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 84%, based on 315 flights. 6 airlines flew LGA–ATL frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from LGA to ATL?
- Departures around 7 a.m. have the best record (90% on-time), while departures around 5 p.m. have the worst (63%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from LGA to ATL?
- The scheduled LGA–ATL flight time averages 2h 35m over 762 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 23% of the time.
- How often are LGA to ATL flights cancelled?
- 2.7% 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 LGA to ATL?
- July 2024 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 63% of arrivals on time. The best was October 2024 at 89%. If your dates are flexible, that 26-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 15,889 flights, 2024-06–2026-05. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-07-01.