Which airline is most reliable for MSP (Minneapolis) to RDU (Raleigh)?

The most reliable airline on the MSP to RDU route is Delta Air Lines, with an on-time arrival rate of 83%.

How often are flights delayed from MSP to RDU?

About 17% of flights from MSP to RDU experience delays. 83% arrive on time.

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

When flights from MSP to RDU are delayed, the average delay is approximately 57 minutes.

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

With 83% of MSP to RDU flights arriving on time and an average delay of 57 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at RDU is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

MSP → RDU

MSP (Minneapolis) to RDU (Raleigh)

MSP (Minneapolis) to RDU (Raleigh) flights arrive on time 83% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 83%. The average delay is 57 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 83% of flights arrive on schedule.

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

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Departing from MSP

84% on time

Expect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MSP has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~24 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at RDU

80% on time

When flights into RDU are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at RDU: TSA is ~18 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.