Which airline is most reliable for CHS (Charleston) to ATL (Atlanta)?

The most reliable airline on the CHS to ATL route is Delta Air Lines, with an on-time arrival rate of 88%.

How often are flights delayed from CHS to ATL?

About 12% of flights from CHS to ATL experience delays. 88% arrive on time.

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

When flights from CHS to ATL are delayed, the average delay is approximately 73 minutes.

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

With 88% of CHS to ATL flights arriving on time and an average delay of 73 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at ATL is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

Is CHS (Charleston) to ATL (Atlanta) usually delayed?

No, CHS to ATL flights are generally reliable. 88% arrive on time, which is above average. When delays do occur, they average 73 minutes.

What airline is most reliable on CHS (Charleston) to ATL (Atlanta)?

Delta Air Lines is the most reliable airline flying CHS to ATL, with 88% of flights arriving on time.

What's the best month to fly CHS (Charleston) to ATL (Atlanta)?

The best month to fly CHS to ATL is October, when 95% of flights arrive on time. The worst month is July at 78% on time. If your schedule is flexible, flying in October gives you the best odds of an on-time arrival.

CHS → ATL

CHS (Charleston) to ATL (Atlanta)

CHS (Charleston) to ATL (Atlanta) flights arrive on time 88% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 88%. The average delay is 73 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by airline operations (crew, maintenance, boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated November 2026.

CHS → ATL on-time performance by month

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

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This route is usually on time. About 88% of flights arrive on schedule.

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

Accurate?

Best & worst months to fly CHS → ATL

Best month

October

95% on time

Worst month

July

78% on time

Oct

95%

Nov

94%

Sep

92%

Feb

91%

Dec

90%

Apr

89%

Jan

89%

Aug

89%

Mar

87%

May

86%

Jun

85%

Jul

78%

Good to know

Departing from CHS

80% on time

Expect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. CHS has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (5 min).

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Arriving at ATL

81% on time

When flights into ATL are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

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

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