RNO (Reno) to JFK (New York) flights arrive on time 65% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is JetBlue Airways at 64%. The average delay is 250 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.RNO → JFK
RNO (Reno) to JFK (New York)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 65% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
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Departing from RNO
81% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. RNO has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~17 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at JFK
78% on timeWhen flights into JFK are late, the average delay is 78 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at JFK: TSA is ~12 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
JFK has a 2.3% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.