IAD (Washington) to CLE (Cleveland) flights arrive on time 86% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 85%. The average delay is 66 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.IAD → CLE
IAD (Washington) to CLE (Cleveland)
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This route is usually on time. About 86% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — United Airlines leads slightly at 85% vs Republic Airways at 84%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 85% on time; Republic Airways trails at 84%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from IAD
83% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. IAD has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~8 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at CLE
81% on timeWhen flights into CLE are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at CLE: TSA is ~15 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.