Omaha (OMA) to Atlanta (ATL): On-Time Performance
Data through May 2026
Omaha (OMA) to Atlanta (ATL) effectively runs on two schedules. In February 2026, 96% of arrivals were on time; in July 2024 that fell to 79% — a 17-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 86% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (89% vs 79%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 86%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 14 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.5%
- Flights/day
- 4.9
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 18m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 821 mi
Best airline from OMA to ATL
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-06 and 2026-05.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Linesmost reliable | 87% | 13 min | 1.5% | 3,437 |
| Southwest Airlines | 83% | 10 min | 1.1% | 187 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from OMA to ATL
Aim for departures around 8 a.m. (95% on-time); avoid 6 p.m. departures (79%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 87% | 16 min |
| Tuesday | 88% | 17 min |
| Wednesday | 87% | 16 min |
| Thursdaybest | 89% | 11 min |
| Friday | 86% | 13 min |
| Saturday | 86% | 10 min |
| Sunday | 83% | 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 aircraft27%
- Airline operations56%
- National airspace system9%
- Weather8%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from OMA to ATL delayed?
- 14% of OMA–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 14 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from OMA to ATL?
- Delta Air Lines has the best on-time record on this route at 87%, based on 3,437 flights. 2 airlines flew OMA–ATL frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from OMA to ATL?
- Departures around 8 a.m. have the best record (95% on-time), while departures around 6 p.m. have the worst (79%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from OMA to ATL?
- The scheduled OMA–ATL flight time averages 2h 18m over 821 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 14% of the time.
- How often are OMA to ATL flights cancelled?
- 1.5% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-06 and 2026-05, at or below the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from OMA to ATL?
- July 2024 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 79% of arrivals on time. The best was February 2026 at 96%. If your dates are flexible, that 17-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 3,682 flights, 2024-06–2026-05. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-07-01.