Minneapolis (MSP) to Columbus (CMH): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Minneapolis (MSP) to Columbus (CMH) effectively runs on two schedules. In October 2024, 93% of arrivals were on time; in December 2025 that fell to 33% — a 60-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 (86% vs 74%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 80%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 15 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.0%
- Flights/day
- 2.3
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 1h 54m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 626 mi
Best airline from MSP to CMH
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SkyWest Airlinesmost reliable | 82% | 16 min | 0.2% | 441 |
| Delta Air Lines | 80% | 15 min | 1.3% | 1,534 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from MSP to CMH
Aim for departures around 6 a.m. (91% on-time); avoid 9 p.m. departures (63%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 80% | 17 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 84% | 11 min |
| Wednesday | 82% | 12 min |
| Thursday | 76% | 20 min |
| Friday | 79% | 17 min |
| Saturday | 79% | 18 min |
| Sunday | 80% | 13 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft19%
- Airline operations62%
- National airspace system12%
- Weather7%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from MSP to CMH delayed?
- 20% of MSP–CMH 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 15 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from MSP to CMH?
- SkyWest Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 82%, based on 441 flights. 2 airlines flew MSP–CMH frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from MSP to CMH?
- Departures around 6 a.m. have the best record (91% on-time), while departures around 9 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 MSP to CMH?
- The scheduled MSP–CMH flight time averages 1h 54m over 626 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 20% of the time.
- How often are MSP to CMH flights cancelled?
- 1% 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 MSP to CMH?
- December 2025 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 33% of arrivals on time. The best was October 2024 at 93%. If your dates are flexible, that 60-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 2,032 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.