SRQ (Sarasota) to LGA (New York) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines at 81%. The average delay is 122 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.SRQ → LGA
SRQ (Sarasota) to LGA (New York)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — American Airlines leads slightly at 81% vs Delta Air Lines at 78%.
Airline Comparison
American Airlines leads at 81% on time; Delta Air Lines trails at 78%.
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Good to know
Departing from SRQ
79% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SRQ has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~12 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
SRQ cancels 2.2% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at LGA
80% on timeWhen flights into LGA are late, the average delay is 76 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LGA: TSA is ~33 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
LGA has a 3.1% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.