PBI (West Palm Beach) to ATL (Atlanta) flights arrive on time 83% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 84%. The average delay is 69 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.PBI → ATL
PBI (West Palm Beach) to ATL (Atlanta)
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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 incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines is significantly more reliable on this route at 84% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 54%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 84% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 54%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PBI
75% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PBI has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~26 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ATL
81% on timeWhen flights into ATL are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ATL: TSA is ~13 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.