Which airline is most reliable for RSW (Fort Myers) to MHT (Manchester)?

The most reliable airline on the RSW to MHT route is Spirit Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 87%.

How often are flights delayed from RSW to MHT?

About 25% of flights from RSW to MHT experience delays. 75% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on RSW to MHT flights?

When flights from RSW to MHT are delayed, the average delay is approximately 55 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a RSW to MHT flight?

With 75% of RSW to MHT flights arriving on time and an average delay of 55 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at MHT is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

RSW → MHT

RSW (Fort Myers) to MHT (Manchester)

RSW (Fort Myers) to MHT (Manchester) flights arrive on time 75% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 87%. The average delay is 55 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 75% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Accurate?

Spirit Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 87% on time vs JetBlue Airways at 68%.

Airline Comparison

Spirit Airlines leads at 87% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 68%.

Accurate?

Good to know

Departing from RSW

79% on time

Expect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. RSW has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~21 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at MHT

80% on time

When flights into MHT are late, the average delay is 70 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at MHT: TSA is ~15 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

MHT has a 2.2% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.

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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.