Which airline is most reliable for ATL (Atlanta) to LIT (Little Rock)?

The most reliable airline on the ATL to LIT route is Southwest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 88%.

How often are flights delayed from ATL to LIT?

About 15% of flights from ATL to LIT experience delays. 85% arrive on time.

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

When flights from ATL to LIT are delayed, the average delay is approximately 64 minutes.

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

With 85% of ATL to LIT flights arriving on time and an average delay of 64 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at LIT is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

ATL → LIT

ATL (Atlanta) to LIT (Little Rock)

ATL (Atlanta) to LIT (Little Rock) flights arrive on time 85% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 88%. The average delay is 64 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 85% of flights arrive on schedule.

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

Accurate?

Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Southwest Airlines leads slightly at 88% vs Endeavor Air at 84%.

Airline Comparison

Southwest Airlines leads at 88% on time; Endeavor Air trails at 84%.

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 ~27 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at LIT

79% on time

When flights into LIT are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at LIT: TSA is ~29 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.