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EGE → JFK

EGE (Vail) to JFK (New York)

EGE (Vail) to JFK (New York) flights arrive on time 60% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines at 58%. The average delay is 104 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.

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This route is frequently delayed. About 60% 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 EGE

75% on time

Expect ~22 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. EGE has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at JFK

78% on time

When 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.