MSP (Minneapolis) to ORF (Norfolk) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Endeavor Air at 72%. The average delay is 42 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.MSP → ORF
MSP (Minneapolis) to ORF (Norfolk)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 73% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Endeavor Air leads slightly at 72% vs SkyWest Airlines at 68%.
Airline Comparison
Endeavor Air leads at 72% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 68%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from MSP
84% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MSP has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ORF
80% on timeWhen flights into ORF are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ORF: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
ORF has a 2.3% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.