LGA (New York) to ATL (Atlanta) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 85%. The average delay is 77 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.LGA → ATL
LGA (New York) to ATL (Atlanta)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Spirit Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 85% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 62%.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 85% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 62%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from LGA
77% on timeExpect ~22 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. LGA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~20 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
LGA cancels 3.4% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at ATL
80% on timeWhen flights into ATL are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ATL: TSA is ~30 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.