PBI (West Palm Beach) to DCA (Washington) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 84%. The average delay is 93 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.PBI → DCA
PBI (West Palm Beach) to DCA (Washington)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 73% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Republic Airways edges out JetBlue Airways on this route — 84% vs 70% on time.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 84% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 70%.
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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at DCA
75% on timeWhen flights into DCA are late, the average delay is 79 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DCA: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
DCA has a 3.2% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.