Which airline is most reliable for MSP (Minneapolis) to CHS (Charleston)?

The most reliable airline on the MSP to CHS route is Delta Air Lines, with an on-time arrival rate of 86%.

How often are flights delayed from MSP to CHS?

About 15% of flights from MSP to CHS experience delays. 85% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on MSP to CHS flights?

When flights from MSP to CHS are delayed, the average delay is approximately 55 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a MSP to CHS flight?

With 85% of MSP to CHS flights arriving on time and an average delay of 55 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at CHS is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

MSP → CHS

MSP (Minneapolis) to CHS (Charleston)

MSP (Minneapolis) to CHS (Charleston) flights arrive on time 85% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 86%. The average delay is 55 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 85% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Accurate?

Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Delta Air Lines leads slightly at 86% vs Endeavor Air at 85%.

Airline Comparison

Delta Air Lines leads at 86% on time; Endeavor Air trails at 85%.

Accurate?

Good to know

Departing from MSP

81% on time

Expect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MSP has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~15 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at CHS

80% on time

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

If connecting at CHS: TSA is ~27 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

CHS has a 2.2% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.

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