Which airline is most reliable for ATL (Atlanta) to LEX (Lexington)?

The most reliable airline on the ATL to LEX route is Endeavor Air, with an on-time arrival rate of 85%.

How often are flights delayed from ATL to LEX?

About 16% of flights from ATL to LEX experience delays. 84% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on ATL to LEX flights?

When flights from ATL to LEX are delayed, the average delay is approximately 65 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a ATL to LEX flight?

With 84% of ATL to LEX flights arriving on time and an average delay of 65 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at LEX is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

ATL → LEX

ATL (Atlanta) to LEX (Lexington)

ATL (Atlanta) to LEX (Lexington) flights arrive on time 84% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Endeavor Air at 85%. The average delay is 65 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 84% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Accurate?

Endeavor Air is significantly more reliable on this route at 85% on time vs SkyWest Airlines at 40%.

Airline Comparison

Endeavor Air leads at 85% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 40%.

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Good to know

Departing from ATL

80% on time

Expect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ATL has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at LEX

78% on time

When flights into LEX are late, the average delay is 78 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at LEX: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.