Which airline is most reliable for PVD (Providence) to PHL (Philadelphia)?

The most reliable airline on the PVD to PHL route is Republic Airways, with an on-time arrival rate of 91%.

How often are flights delayed from PVD to PHL?

About 15% of flights from PVD to PHL experience delays. 85% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on PVD to PHL flights?

When flights from PVD to PHL are delayed, the average delay is approximately 100 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a PVD to PHL flight?

With 85% of PVD to PHL flights arriving on time and an average delay of 100 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at PHL is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

Is PVD (Providence) to PHL (Philadelphia) usually delayed?

No, PVD to PHL flights are generally reliable. 85% arrive on time, which is above average. When delays do occur, they average 100 minutes.

What airline is most reliable on PVD (Providence) to PHL (Philadelphia)?

Republic Airways is the most reliable airline flying PVD to PHL, with 91% of flights arriving on time. The least reliable is PSA Airlines at 82%.

What's the best month to fly PVD (Providence) to PHL (Philadelphia)?

The best month to fly PVD to PHL is April, when 94% of flights arrive on time. The worst month is July at 73% on time. If your schedule is flexible, flying in April gives you the best odds of an on-time arrival.

PVD → PHL

PVD (Providence) to PHL (Philadelphia)

PVD (Providence) to PHL (Philadelphia) flights arrive on time 85% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 91%. The average delay is 100 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated November 2026.

PVD → PHL on-time performance by month

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This route is usually on time. About 85% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

Accurate?

Republic Airways edges out PSA Airlines on this route — 91% vs 82% on time.

Airline Comparison

Republic Airways leads at 91% on time; PSA Airlines trails at 82%.

Accurate?

Best & worst months to fly PVD → PHL

Best month

April

94% on time

Worst month

July

73% on time

Apr

94%

Nov

91%

Dec

91%

Mar

90%

Jan

89%

Oct

86%

Jun

86%

Sep

84%

Feb

82%

Aug

82%

May

80%

Jul

73%

Good to know

Departing from PVD

79% on time

Expect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PVD has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (5 min).

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Arriving at PHL

77% on time

When flights into PHL are late, the average delay is 84 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at PHL: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

PHL has a 2.1% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.

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Data last updated November 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.