PBI (West Palm Beach) to BOS (Boston) flights arrive on time 72% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 71%. The average delay is 80 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.PBI → BOS
PBI (West Palm Beach) to BOS (Boston)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 72% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Delta Air Lines leads slightly at 71% vs JetBlue Airways at 70%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 71% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 70%.
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 ~6 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at BOS
79% 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 ~16 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.