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 90%. The average delay is 71 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.ATL → LGA
ATL (Atlanta) to LGA (New York)
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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 air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Spirit Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 90% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 68%.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 90% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 68%.
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 ~24 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at LGA
80% on timeWhen flights into LGA are late, the average delay is 76 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LGA: TSA is ~33 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 April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.