DCA (Washington) to SRQ (Sarasota) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 93%. The average delay is 71 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.DCA → SRQ
DCA (Washington) to SRQ (Sarasota)
DCA → SRQ on-time performance by month
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 the incoming plane arriving late.
Republic Airways edges out American Airlines on this route — 93% vs 80% on time.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 93% on time; American Airlines trails at 80%.
Good to know
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 SRQ
79% on timeWhen flights into SRQ are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SRQ: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
SRQ has a 2.2% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.