Syracuse (SYR) to Orlando (MCO): On-Time Performance
Data through May 2026
Syracuse (SYR) to Orlando (MCO) effectively runs on two schedules. In May 2026, 91% of arrivals were on time; in December 2025 that fell to 56% — a 35-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 74% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (81% vs 67%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 74%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 20 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.1%
- Flights/day
- 1.9
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 59m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 1,053 mi
Best airline from SYR to MCO
3 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-06 and 2026-05.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JetBlue Airwaysmost reliable | 76% | 17 min | 0.7% | 1,126 |
| Frontier Airlines | 67% | 29 min | 2.5% | 357 |
| Southwest Airlines | 66% | 25 min | 0.0% | 65 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from SYR to MCO
Aim for departures around 7 a.m. (89% on-time); avoid 3 p.m. departures (61%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 74% | 25 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 79% | 11 min |
| Wednesday | 79% | 17 min |
| Thursday | 73% | 20 min |
| Friday | 73% | 22 min |
| Saturday | 71% | 23 min |
| Sunday | 69% | 22 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft44%
- Airline operations29%
- National airspace system25%
- Weather3%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from SYR to MCO delayed?
- 27% of SYR–MCO 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 20 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from SYR to MCO?
- JetBlue Airways has the best on-time record on this route at 76%, based on 1,126 flights. 3 airlines flew SYR–MCO frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from SYR to MCO?
- Departures around 7 a.m. have the best record (89% on-time), while departures around 3 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 SYR to MCO?
- The scheduled SYR–MCO flight time averages 2h 59m over 1,053 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 27% of the time.
- How often are SYR to MCO flights cancelled?
- 1.1% 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 SYR to MCO?
- December 2025 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 56% of arrivals on time. The best was May 2026 at 91%. If your dates are flexible, that 35-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 1,548 flights, 2024-06–2026-05. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-07-01.