PHL (Philadelphia) to CLE (Cleveland) flights arrive on time 74% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Frontier Airlines at 88%. 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 May 2026.PHL → CLE
PHL (Philadelphia) to CLE (Cleveland)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 74% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Frontier Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 88% on time vs American Airlines at 67%.
Airline Comparison
Frontier Airlines leads at 88% on time; American Airlines trails at 67%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PHL
79% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PHL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~31 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at CLE
81% on timeWhen flights into CLE are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at CLE: TSA is ~15 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.