JFK (New York) to TPA (Tampa) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 78%. The average delay is 71 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.JFK → TPA
JFK (New York) to TPA (Tampa)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 76% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines edges out Frontier Airlines on this route — 78% vs 73% on time.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 78% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 73%.
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 TPA
78% on timeWhen flights into TPA are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at TPA: 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.