Which airline is most reliable for GRR (Grand Rapids) to LGA (New York)?

The most reliable airline on the GRR to LGA route is SkyWest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 86%.

How often are flights delayed from GRR to LGA?

About 19% of flights from GRR to LGA experience delays. 81% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on GRR to LGA flights?

When flights from GRR to LGA are delayed, the average delay is approximately 64 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a GRR to LGA flight?

With 81% of GRR to LGA flights arriving on time and an average delay of 64 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at LGA is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

GRR → LGA

GRR (Grand Rapids) to LGA (New York)

GRR (Grand Rapids) to LGA (New York) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 86%. The average delay is 64 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 81% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Accurate?

Airlines are roughly equal on this route — SkyWest Airlines leads slightly at 86% vs Republic Airways at 82%.

Airline Comparison

SkyWest Airlines leads at 86% on time; Republic Airways trails at 82%.

Accurate?

Good to know

Departing from GRR

78% on time

Expect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. GRR has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~10 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at LGA

77% on time

When flights into LGA are late, the average delay is 77 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at LGA: TSA is ~27 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

LGA has a 3.4% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.

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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.