AUS (Austin) to ATL (Atlanta) flights arrive on time 82% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 84%. The average delay is 69 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.AUS → ATL
AUS (Austin) to ATL (Atlanta)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 82% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines is significantly more reliable on this route at 84% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 49%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 84% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 49%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from AUS
79% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. AUS has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~10 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ATL
80% on timeWhen flights into ATL are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ATL: TSA is ~30 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.