PBI (West Palm Beach) to ATL (Atlanta) flights arrive on time 84% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 87%. The average delay is 68 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.PBI → ATL
PBI (West Palm Beach) to ATL (Atlanta)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 84% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Southwest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 87% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 60%.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 87% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 60%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PBI
76% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PBI has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ATL
83% on timeWhen flights into ATL are late, the average delay is 68 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ATL: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.