SYR (Syracuse) to MSP (Minneapolis) flights arrive on time 88% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 91%. The average delay is 67 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.SYR → MSP
SYR (Syracuse) to MSP (Minneapolis)
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This route is usually on time. About 88% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Delta Air Lines leads slightly at 91% vs SkyWest Airlines at 87%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 91% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 87%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SYR
77% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SYR has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
SYR cancels 2.3% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at MSP
81% on timeWhen flights into MSP are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MSP: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.