JFK (New York) to ATL (Atlanta) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 78%. The average delay is 43 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.JFK → ATL
JFK (New York) to ATL (Atlanta)
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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.
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Alaska Airlines leads slightly at 78% vs United Airlines at 75%.
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Alaska Airlines leads at 78% on time; United Airlines trails at 75%.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.