CLE (Cleveland) to PHL (Philadelphia) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Frontier Airlines at 81%. The average delay is 84 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.CLE → PHL
CLE (Cleveland) to PHL (Philadelphia)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 73% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Frontier Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 81% on time vs American Airlines at 62%.
Airline Comparison
Frontier Airlines leads at 81% on time; American Airlines trails at 62%.
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Good to know
Departing from CLE
81% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. CLE has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at PHL
79% on timeWhen flights into PHL are late, the average delay is 79 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at PHL: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.