PHL (Philadelphia) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale) flights arrive on time 74% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Frontier Airlines at 77%. The average delay is 78 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.PHL → FLL
PHL (Philadelphia) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale)
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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 edges out JetBlue Airways on this route — 77% vs 70% on time.
Airline Comparison
Frontier Airlines leads at 77% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 70%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PHL
77% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PHL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~19 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
PHL cancels 2.4% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at FLL
75% on timeWhen flights into FLL are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at FLL: TSA is ~10 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.