DCA (Washington) to PVD (Providence) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is null at 80%. The average delay is 75 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.DCA → PVD
DCA (Washington) to PVD (Providence)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 76% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
null edges out PSA Airlines on this route — 80% vs 72% on time.
Airline Comparison
leads at 80% on time; PSA Airlines trails at 72%.
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Good to know
Departing from DCA
75% on timeExpect ~21 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DCA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~20 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DCA cancels 3.2% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at PVD
79% on timeWhen flights into PVD are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at PVD: TSA is ~18 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.