New Orleans (MSY) to New York (LGA): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
New Orleans (MSY) to New York (LGA) effectively runs on two schedules. In January 2026, 91% of arrivals were on time; in June 2025 that fell to 49% — a 41-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 72% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (83% vs 63%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 72%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 25 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 2.9%
- Flights/day
- 3.9
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 56m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 1,183 mi
Best airline from MSY to LGA
3 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Linesmost reliable | 76% | 22 min | 3.4% | 1,508 |
| Southwest Airlines | 73% | 16 min | 2.3% | 693 |
| American Airlines | 60% | 42 min | 2.7% | 600 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from MSY to LGA
Aim for departures around 6 a.m. (95% on-time); avoid 5 p.m. departures (60%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 68% | 26 min |
| Tuesday | 76% | 19 min |
| Wednesday | 77% | 26 min |
| Thursday | 72% | 22 min |
| Friday | 70% | 32 min |
| Saturdaybest | 81% | 17 min |
| Sunday | 64% | 30 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 operations35%
- National airspace system21%
- Weather6%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from MSY to LGA delayed?
- 28% of MSY–LGA 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 25 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from MSY to LGA?
- Delta Air Lines has the best on-time record on this route at 76%, based on 1,508 flights. 3 airlines flew MSY–LGA frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from MSY to LGA?
- Departures around 6 a.m. have the best record (95% on-time), while departures around 5 p.m. have the worst (60%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from MSY to LGA?
- The scheduled MSY–LGA flight time averages 2h 56m over 1,183 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 28% of the time.
- How often are MSY to LGA flights cancelled?
- 2.9% 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 MSY to LGA?
- June 2025 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 49% of arrivals on time. The best was January 2026 at 91%. If your dates are flexible, that 41-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 2,887 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.