JFK (New York) to CLT (Charlotte) flights arrive on time 82% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 84%. The average delay is 84 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.JFK → CLT
JFK (New York) to CLT (Charlotte)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 82% 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 — Republic Airways leads slightly at 84% vs Endeavor Air at 82%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 84% on time; Endeavor Air trails at 82%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from JFK
78% on timeExpect ~22 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. JFK has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~26 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
JFK cancels 2.3% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at CLT
80% on timeWhen flights into CLT are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at CLT: TSA is ~20 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.