RSW (Fort Myers) to JFK (New York) flights arrive on time 77% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 82%. The average delay is 91 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.RSW → JFK
RSW (Fort Myers) to JFK (New York)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 77% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines edges out JetBlue Airways on this route — 82% vs 75% on time.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 82% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 75%.
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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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
RSW cancels 2.5% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
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 ~5 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.