RDU (Raleigh) to LGA (New York) flights arrive on time 75% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Endeavor Air at 81%. The average delay is 89 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.RDU → LGA
RDU (Raleigh) to LGA (New York)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 75% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Endeavor Air is significantly more reliable on this route at 81% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 54%.
Airline Comparison
Endeavor Air leads at 81% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 54%.
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Good to know
Departing from RDU
80% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. RDU has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~14 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at LGA
80% on timeWhen flights into LGA are late, the average delay is 76 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LGA: TSA is ~9 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
LGA has a 3.1% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.