MSY (New Orleans) to JFK (New York) flights arrive on time 77% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 81%. The average delay is 103 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.MSY → JFK
MSY (New Orleans) to JFK (New York)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 77% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines edges out JetBlue Airways on this route — 81% vs 72% on time.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 81% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 72%.
Accurate?
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 JFK
78% on timeWhen flights into JFK are late, the average delay is 78 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at JFK: TSA is ~26 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
JFK has a 2.3% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.