RSW (Fort Myers) to BOS (Boston) flights arrive on time 74% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 76%. The average delay is 83 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.RSW → BOS
RSW (Fort Myers) to BOS (Boston)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 74% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Spirit Airlines edges out JetBlue Airways on this route — 76% vs 71% on time.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 76% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 71%.
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Good to know
Departing from RSW
79% on timeExpect ~16 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).
RSW cancels 2.5% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at BOS
79% on timeWhen flights into BOS are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at BOS: TSA is ~16 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.