DCA (Washington) to JFK (New York) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is JetBlue Airways at 83%. The average delay is 68 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.DCA → JFK
DCA (Washington) to JFK (New York)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 80% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — JetBlue Airways leads slightly at 83% vs Republic Airways at 79%.
Airline Comparison
JetBlue Airways leads at 83% on time; Republic Airways trails at 79%.
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 ~7 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DCA cancels 2.7% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at JFK
78% on timeWhen flights into JFK are late, the average delay is 79 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at JFK: TSA is ~10 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
JFK has a 2.4% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.