PHL (Philadelphia) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale) flights arrive on time 75% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Frontier Airlines at 78%. The average delay is 79 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.PHL → FLL
PHL (Philadelphia) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 75% 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 — Frontier Airlines leads slightly at 78% vs American Airlines at 74%.
Airline Comparison
Frontier Airlines leads at 78% on time; American Airlines trails at 74%.
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 ~16 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at FLL
75% on timeWhen flights into FLL are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at FLL: TSA is ~15 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.