JFK (New York) to IND (Indianapolis) flights arrive on time 77% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 77%. The average delay is 75 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.JFK → IND
JFK (New York) to IND (Indianapolis)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 77% 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 77% vs Endeavor Air at 77%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 77% on time; Endeavor Air trails at 77%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from JFK
78% on timeExpect ~23 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. JFK has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
JFK cancels 2.4% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at IND
80% on timeWhen flights into IND are late, the average delay is 70 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at IND: 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.