ATL (Atlanta) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale) flights arrive on time 74% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is JetBlue Airways at 82%. 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 April 2026.ATL → FLL
ATL (Atlanta) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale)
ATL → FLL on-time performance by month
This route is delayed fairly often. About 74% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
JetBlue Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 82% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 66%.
Airline Comparison
JetBlue Airways leads at 82% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 66%.
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 ~24 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 ~16 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.