DCA (Washington) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale) flights arrive on time 74% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines at 79%. The average delay is 78 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.DCA → FLL
DCA (Washington) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 74% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
American Airlines edges out JetBlue Airways on this route — 79% vs 72% on time.
Airline Comparison
American Airlines leads at 79% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 72%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from DCA
77% on timeExpect ~21 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 2.7% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at FLL
73% on timeWhen flights into FLL are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at FLL: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.