LGA (New York) to DEN (Denver) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is JetBlue Airways at 87%. The average delay is 79 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.LGA → DEN
LGA (New York) to DEN (Denver)
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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?
JetBlue Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 87% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 61%.
Airline Comparison
JetBlue Airways leads at 87% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 61%.
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 DEN
78% on timeWhen flights into DEN are late, the average delay is 67 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DEN: TSA is ~13 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.