FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to IAD (Washington) flights arrive on time 87% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 87%. The average delay is 72 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.FLL → IAD
FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to IAD (Washington)
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This route is usually on time. About 87% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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United Airlines edges out Frontier Airlines on this route — 87% vs 73% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 87% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 73%.
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Good to know
Departing from FLL
75% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. FLL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at IAD
82% on timeWhen flights into IAD are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at IAD: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.