Philadelphia (PHL) to Minneapolis (MSP): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Philadelphia (PHL) to Minneapolis (MSP) effectively runs on two schedules. In November 2024, 90% of arrivals were on time; in July 2025 that fell to 62% — a 28-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 (86% vs 65%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 78%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 22 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 2.8%
- Flights/day
- 5.6
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 59m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 981 mi
Best airline from PHL to MSP
5 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Linesmost reliable | 82% | 21 min | 2.0% | 2,533 |
| PSA Airlines | 75% | 21 min | 6.1% | 897 |
| Republic Airways | 70% | 20 min | 0.0% | 89 |
| American Airlines | 68% | 28 min | 2.0% | 552 |
| Frontier Airlines | 50% | 35 min | 1.3% | 77 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from PHL to MSP
Aim for departures around 5 a.m. (93% on-time); avoid 8 p.m. departures (63%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 76% | 24 min |
| Tuesday | 82% | 19 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 83% | 15 min |
| Thursday | 78% | 22 min |
| Friday | 74% | 25 min |
| Saturday | 76% | 24 min |
| Sunday | 77% | 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 aircraft33%
- Airline operations43%
- National airspace system15%
- Weather9%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from PHL to MSP delayed?
- 22% of PHL–MSP 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 22 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from PHL to MSP?
- Delta Air Lines has the best on-time record on this route at 82%, based on 2,533 flights. 5 airlines flew PHL–MSP frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from PHL to MSP?
- Departures around 5 a.m. have the best record (93% on-time), while departures around 8 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 PHL to MSP?
- The scheduled PHL–MSP flight time averages 2h 59m over 981 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 22% of the time.
- How often are PHL to MSP flights cancelled?
- 2.8% 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 PHL to MSP?
- July 2025 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 62% of arrivals on time. The best was November 2024 at 90%. If your dates are flexible, that 28-point gap is worth planning around.
Explore related pages
- Return route: MSP to PHL on-time stats
- Philadelphia International Airport departure performance
- Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field airport reliability
- Delta Air Lines on-time record
- PSA Airlines on-time record
- American Airlines on-time record
- Republic Airways on-time record
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Based on 4,168 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.