OMA (Omaha) to LGA (New York) flights arrive on time 85% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 88%. The average delay is 96 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.OMA → LGA
OMA (Omaha) to LGA (New York)
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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?
Republic Airways edges out SkyWest Airlines on this route — 88% vs 82% on time.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 88% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 82%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from OMA
81% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. OMA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~16 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at LGA
80% on timeWhen flights into LGA are late, the average delay is 76 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LGA: TSA is ~9 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
LGA has a 3.1% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.