LGA (New York) to BOS (Boston) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is JetBlue Airways at 82%. The average delay is 78 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.LGA → BOS
LGA (New York) to BOS (Boston)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 80% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
JetBlue Airways edges out Delta Air Lines on this route — 82% vs 76% on time.
Airline Comparison
JetBlue Airways leads at 82% on time; Delta Air Lines trails at 76%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from LGA
80% on timeExpect ~21 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. LGA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~33 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
LGA cancels 3.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at BOS
79% on timeWhen flights into BOS are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at BOS: TSA is ~20 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.