72% of flights from New York to Charlotte arrived on time over the past 12 months. That is worse than the typical U.S. route. The 6 a.m. departures ran on time 87% of the time; the 6 p.m. ones 60%. Most reliable airline: American Airlines (74%). 15% of flights arrived more than an hour late or not at all.
How late?
The on-time rate treats a flight 20 minutes late the same as one 5 hours late. Here's the split for LGA → CLT: when a flight was late, it was under 45 minutes late 45% of the time. About 1 in 10 flights landed an hour or more late, and 1 in 48 three hours or more; 5.0% were cancelled outright.
- On time or early72%
- 15–30 min late6.7%
- 30–60 min late6.1%
- 1–2 hours late5.6%
- 2–3 hours late2.2%
- 3+ hours late2.1%
- Diverted0.1%
- Cancelled5.0%
Share of all 5,139 scheduled flights, past 12 months, by arrival time against schedule.
By airline
| Airline | Flights | On time | Cancelled | Typical arrival | 1h+ late | Avg when late | Operated by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | 2,769 | 74% | 3.8% | −9 min | 9.7% | +104 min | American Airlines |
| Delta Air Lines | 1,866 | 72% | 6.3% | −11 min | 8.6% | +71 min | Endeavor Air 50%, Republic Airways 50% |
| Spirit Airlines | 262 | 64% | 7.2% | −3 min | 14.1% | +68 min | Spirit Airlines |
| Frontier Airlines | 242 | 54% | 7.4% | +5 min | 17.4% | +71 min | Frontier Airlines |
Airline = the name on the ticket. Regional flights (e.g. "Delta Connection") count under the ticketing airline, and the operator is listed.
Best time of day to fly
On-time rate by scheduled departure hour (local time at LGA). Delays build through the day as late planes knock on, so early flights usually do best.
By airline and hour
| Departs | American Airlines | Delta Air Lines | Frontier Airlines |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 a.m. | 88% | 84% | — |
| 7 a.m. | 82% | 79% | — |
| 8 a.m. | — | 83% | — |
| 9 a.m. | 82% | 78% | — |
| 10 a.m. | 77% | 78% | — |
| 11 a.m. | — | 69% | — |
| noon | 78% | — | — |
| 1 p.m. | 76% | 76% | — |
| 2 p.m. | 61% | 69% | — |
| 3 p.m. | 73% | — | — |
| 4 p.m. | — | 67% | 50% |
| 5 p.m. | 65% | 57% | — |
| 6 p.m. | 60% | — | — |
| 7 p.m. | 65% | 65% | — |
Last flight of the day
On LGA → CLT, each airline's last flight of the day was cancelled 6.6% of the time, against 4.4% for its earlier flights (1.5× as often). It arrived 3+ hours late 2.8% of the time (earlier flights: 2.1%). It matters more than the numbers suggest. Miss an earlier flight and there's another one that evening; miss the last one and you're usually waiting until morning.
| Airline | Last departure | Last: cancelled | Last: 3h+ late | Earlier: cancelled | Next morning |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | 6:15 p.m. | 5.8% | 3.6% | 3.5% | first flight 6:00 a.m. |
| Delta Air Lines | 7:10 p.m. | 7.8% | 1.9% | 5.9% | first flight 6:50 a.m. |
Last flight = the airline's last scheduled departure on this route that day, on days it flies the route at least twice; past 12 months. Times are typical scheduled times over the latest three months.
If you need to be in CLT tonight, book an earlier flight so there's a backup if it's cancelled.
By month
Each calendar month pooled over 2023–2026. Best: September (83%). Worst: July (63%).
By day of week
| Day | Flights | On time | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 780 | 66% | 8.2% |
| Tuesday | 780 | 76% | 6.0% |
| Wednesday | 756 | 78% | 2.4% |
| Thursday | 761 | 71% | 3.9% |
| Friday | 762 | 76% | 2.9% |
| Saturday | 555 | 74% | 5.4% |
| Sunday | 745 | 66% | 6.4% |
Why flights were late
Share of delay minutes on flights 15+ minutes late, as reported to BTS by the airlines.
Cancellations: weather 131 · air traffic/airport 68 · airline 60
Month by month
Flight numbers on this route
Regular flights with at least 120 scheduled trips in the past year. Sorted by departure time.
| Flight | Departs | Flights | On time | Cancelled | Typical arrival | Operated by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA 3084 | 6:00 a.m. | 132 | 92% | 1.5% | −15 min | American Airlines |
| AA 3279 | 6:50 a.m. | 127 | 89% | 2.4% | −17 min | American Airlines |
| DL 5068 | 7:00 a.m. | 167 | 78% | 10.8% | −18 min | Endeavor Air |
| AA 1023 | 7:55 a.m. | 209 | 81% | 2.4% | −12 min | American Airlines |
| AA 1150 | 12:10 p.m. | 161 | 82% | 0.6% | −8 min | American Airlines |
| F9 3133 | 4:56 p.m. | 227 | 54% | 7.0% | +5 min | Frontier Airlines |
| DL 5047 | 5:00 p.m. | 219 | 55% | 12.3% | −2 min | Endeavor Air |
Worst days in the past year
| Date | Flights | On time | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 26, 2026 | 13 | 0% | 5 |
| Feb 23, 2026 | 13 | 0% | 13 |
| Jan 25, 2026 | 12 | 0% | 12 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | 9 | 0% | 8 |
| Dec 14, 2025 | 16 | 6% | 5 |
Nearby airport alternatives
Other ways to make the same trip, using airports within 60 miles of New York or Charlotte. EWR → CLT has been 5 points more reliable.
| Route | Flights | On time | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|
| LGA → CLT (this route) | 5,139 | 72% | 5.0% |
| EWR → CLT Newark to Charlotte Douglas | 3,701 | 77% | 3.7% |
| JFK → CLT New York JFK to Charlotte Douglas | 3,281 | 75% | 4.5% |
| HPN → CLT Westchester to Charlotte Douglas | 1,348 | 70% | 4.9% |
Questions
How often are flights from LGA to CLT on time?
72% of 5,139 scheduled flights from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC arrived within 15 minutes of schedule between September 2025 and August 2026. 5.0% were cancelled.
What is the best time of day to fly LGA to CLT?
Flights scheduled to leave at 6 a.m. were the most reliable (87% on time). The 6 p.m. departures were the least (60%).
Which airline is most on time from LGA to CLT?
American Airlines: 74% of its 2,769 flights on the route arrived on time. Delta Air Lines: 72%. Spirit Airlines: 64%. Frontier Airlines: 54%.
What month has the most delays from LGA to CLT?
July (63% on time). The best month is September (83%), over 2023–2026.
Is the last flight of the day from LGA to CLT more likely to be cancelled?
Yes. Each airline's last LGA–CLT flight of the day was cancelled 6.6% of the time over the past year, against 4.4% for its earlier flights. If the last flight is cancelled, the next one is usually the following morning.
Related
- CLT → LGA (return)
- LaGuardia (LGA) delays by hour
- Flights into Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
- American Airlines on-time record
- Delta Air Lines on-time record
- Spirit Airlines on-time record
- Frontier Airlines on-time record
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Domestic flights by the airlines that report to the U.S. DOT, plus their regional partners. "On time" means arriving less than 15 minutes after schedule; cancelled and diverted flights count as not on time. Past performance is a guide, not a forecast. Method.