CLE (Cleveland) to RSW (Fort Myers) flights arrive on time 84% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 91%. The average delay is 70 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.CLE → RSW
CLE (Cleveland) to RSW (Fort Myers)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 84% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
United Airlines edges out Frontier Airlines on this route — 91% vs 81% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 91% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 81%.
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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 ~15 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at RSW
79% on timeWhen flights into RSW are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at RSW: TSA is ~17 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
RSW has a 2.5% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.