RSW (Fort Myers) to ATL (Atlanta) flights arrive on time 87% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 89%. The average delay is 82 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.RSW → ATL
RSW (Fort Myers) to ATL (Atlanta)
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This route is usually on time. About 87% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Southwest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 89% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 57%.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 89% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 57%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from RSW
79% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. RSW has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~10 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ATL
81% on timeWhen flights into ATL are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ATL: TSA is ~10 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.