JFK (New York) to MSP (Minneapolis) flights arrive on time 82% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 85%. The average delay is 93 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.JFK → MSP
JFK (New York) to MSP (Minneapolis)
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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 — SkyWest Airlines leads slightly at 85% vs Delta Air Lines at 81%.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 85% on time; Delta Air Lines trails at 81%.
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 ~12 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
JFK cancels 2.3% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at MSP
84% on timeWhen flights into MSP are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MSP: TSA is ~9 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.