Phoenix (PHX) to Atlanta (ATL): On-Time Performance
Data through May 2026
Phoenix (PHX) to Atlanta (ATL) effectively runs on two schedules. In November 2024, 89% of arrivals were on time; in July 2024 that fell to 67% — a 23-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 83% on-time against a national 78%.
- On-time
- 83%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 13 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 0.8%
- Flights/day
- 10
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 3h 36m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 1,587 mi
Best airline from PHX to ATL
4 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-06 and 2026-05.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Linesmost reliable | 87% | 12 min | 1.1% | 4,547 |
| Southwest Airlines | 80% | 11 min | 0.2% | 1,282 |
| American Airlines | 76% | 19 min | 0.6% | 1,301 |
| Frontier Airlines | 71% | 20 min | 1.1% | 358 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from PHX to ATL
Aim for departures around 6 a.m. (93% on-time); avoid 6 p.m. departures (61%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 84% | 14 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 85% | 10 min |
| Wednesday | 84% | 12 min |
| Thursday | 83% | 11 min |
| Friday | 82% | 16 min |
| Saturday | 81% | 15 min |
| Sunday | 80% | 15 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 operations48%
- National airspace system12%
- Weather2%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from PHX to ATL delayed?
- 17% of PHX–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 13 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from PHX to ATL?
- Delta Air Lines has the best on-time record on this route at 87%, based on 4,547 flights. 4 airlines flew PHX–ATL frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from PHX to ATL?
- Departures around 6 a.m. have the best record (93% on-time), while departures around 6 p.m. have the worst (61%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from PHX to ATL?
- The scheduled PHX–ATL flight time averages 3h 36m over 1,587 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 17% of the time.
- How often are PHX to ATL flights cancelled?
- 0.8% 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 PHX to ATL?
- July 2024 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 67% of arrivals on time. The best was November 2024 at 89%. If your dates are flexible, that 23-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 7,488 flights, 2024-06–2026-05. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-07-01.