PVD (Providence) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is JetBlue Airways at 77%. The average delay is 63 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.PVD → FLL
PVD (Providence) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 76% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
JetBlue Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 77% on time vs Southwest Airlines at 60%.
Airline Comparison
JetBlue Airways leads at 77% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 60%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PVD
80% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PVD has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~15 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
PVD cancels 2.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
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 ~8 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.