MSY (New Orleans) to EWR (Newark) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 82%. The average delay is 101 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.MSY → EWR
MSY (New Orleans) to EWR (Newark)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 80% 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 — Republic Airways leads slightly at 82% vs United Airlines at 79%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 82% on time; United Airlines trails at 79%.
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Good to know
Departing from MSY
79% on timeTSA is currently ~22 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
MSY cancels 2.2% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at EWR
77% on timeWhen flights into EWR are late, the average delay is 77 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at EWR: TSA is ~27 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
EWR has a 3.1% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.