FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to CLE (Cleveland) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 89%. The average delay is 81 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.FLL → CLE
FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to CLE (Cleveland)
FLL → CLE on-time performance by month
This route is delayed fairly often. About 73% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
United Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 89% on time vs JetBlue Airways at 57%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 89% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 57%.
Good to know
Departing from FLL
73% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. FLL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~25 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at CLE
80% on timeWhen flights into CLE are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at CLE: TSA is ~30 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.