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MHT (Manchester) to DCA (Washington)

MHT (Manchester) to DCA (Washington) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 92%. The average delay is 91 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.

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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?

Republic Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 92% on time vs PSA Airlines at 76%.

Airline Comparison

Republic Airways leads at 92% on time; PSA Airlines trails at 76%.

Accurate?

Good to know

Departing from MHT

80% on time

Expect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MHT has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~29 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

MHT cancels 2.5% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.

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Arriving at DCA

79% on time

When flights into DCA are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at DCA: TSA is ~7 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

DCA has a 2.6% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.

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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.