Which airline is most reliable for ATL (Atlanta) to LGA (New York)?

The most reliable airline on the ATL to LGA route is Spirit Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 91%.

How often are flights delayed from ATL to LGA?

About 23% of flights from ATL to LGA experience delays. 77% arrive on time.

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

When flights from ATL to LGA are delayed, the average delay is approximately 69 minutes.

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

With 77% of ATL to LGA flights arriving on time and an average delay of 69 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at LGA is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

ATL → LGA

ATL (Atlanta) to LGA (New York)

ATL (Atlanta) to LGA (New York) flights arrive on time 77% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 91%. The average delay is 69 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 77% of flights arrive on schedule.

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

Accurate?

Spirit Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 91% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 64%.

Airline Comparison

Spirit Airlines leads at 91% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 64%.

Accurate?

Good to know

Departing from ATL

81% 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 LGA

79% on time

When flights into LGA are late, the average delay is 77 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

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

LGA has a 3.1% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.

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