PBI (West Palm Beach) to IAD (Washington) flights arrive on time 85% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 88%. The average delay is 62 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.PBI → IAD
PBI (West Palm Beach) to IAD (Washington)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 85% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Republic Airways edges out United Airlines on this route — 88% vs 83% on time.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 88% on time; United Airlines trails at 83%.
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 IAD
82% on timeWhen flights into IAD are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at IAD: TSA is ~12 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.