ATL (Atlanta) to SYR (Syracuse) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 80%. The average delay is 58 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.ATL → SYR
ATL (Atlanta) to SYR (Syracuse)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines is significantly more reliable on this route at 80% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 42%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 80% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 42%.
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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SYR
80% on timeWhen flights into SYR are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SYR: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
SYR has a 2.2% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.