PNS (Pensacola) to DCA (Washington) flights arrive on time 77% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is PSA Airlines at 78%. The average delay is 122 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.PNS → DCA
PNS (Pensacola) to DCA (Washington)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 77% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
PSA Airlines edges out null on this route — 78% vs 64% on time.
Airline Comparison
PSA Airlines leads at 78% on time; trails at 64%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PNS
79% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PNS has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~10 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at DCA
77% on timeWhen flights into DCA are late, the average delay is 78 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DCA: TSA is ~7 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
DCA has a 2.7% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.