ORF (Norfolk) to BOS (Boston) flights arrive on time 75% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 82%. The average delay is 80 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.ORF → BOS
ORF (Norfolk) to BOS (Boston)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 75% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Republic Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 82% on time vs JetBlue Airways at 64%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 82% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 64%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from ORF
78% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ORF has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
ORF cancels 2.3% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at BOS
77% on timeWhen flights into BOS are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at BOS: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
Flight cancelled or delayed?
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Flying out of ORF? We'll brief you.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.