FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to AUS (Austin) flights arrive on time 72% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 75%. The average delay is 62 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.FLL → AUS
FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to AUS (Austin)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 72% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Spirit Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 75% on time vs JetBlue Airways at 55%.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 75% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 55%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from FLL
75% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. FLL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~16 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at AUS
79% on timeWhen flights into AUS are late, the average delay is 66 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at AUS: TSA is ~19 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.