ATL (Atlanta) to CLE (Cleveland) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 85%. The average delay is 62 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.ATL → CLE
ATL (Atlanta) to CLE (Cleveland)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 80% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Southwest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 85% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 64%.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 85% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 64%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from ATL
83% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ATL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~9 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at CLE
81% on timeWhen flights into CLE are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at CLE: TSA is ~14 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.