ATL (Atlanta) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is JetBlue Airways at 78%. The average delay is 67 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.ATL → FLL
ATL (Atlanta) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 73% 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 78% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 61%.
Airline Comparison
JetBlue Airways leads at 78% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 61%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from ATL
81% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ATL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~23 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at FLL
73% on timeWhen flights into FLL are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at FLL: TSA is ~25 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.