ALB (Albany) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is JetBlue Airways at 80%. The average delay is 73 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.ALB → FLL
ALB (Albany) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
JetBlue Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 80% on time vs Southwest Airlines at 61%.
Airline Comparison
JetBlue Airways leads at 80% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 61%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from ALB
79% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ALB has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at FLL
75% on timeWhen flights into FLL are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at FLL: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.