DCA (Washington) to CRW (Charleston) flights arrive on time 66% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is PSA Airlines at 66%. The average delay is 90 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.DCA → CRW
DCA (Washington) to CRW (Charleston)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 66% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Departing from DCA
79% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DCA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DCA cancels 2.6% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at CRW
80% on timeWhen flights into CRW are late, the average delay is 84 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at CRW: 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.