69% of flights from Cleveland to New York 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 84% of the time; the 6 p.m. ones 48%. Most reliable airline: American Airlines (69%). 19% 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 CLE → LGA: when a flight was late, it was under 45 minutes late 41% of the time. About 1 in 9 flights landed an hour or more late, and 1 in 44 three hours or more; 6.7% were cancelled outright.
- On time or early69%
- 15–30 min late6.2%
- 30–60 min late6.2%
- 1–2 hours late6.7%
- 2–3 hours late2.5%
- 3+ hours late2.3%
- Diverted0.5%
- Cancelled6.7%
Share of all 2,925 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines | 1,609 | 69% | 6.2% | −9 min | 12.8% | +96 min | Endeavor Air 72%, Republic Airways 28% |
| American Airlines | 1,213 | 69% | 7.6% | −7 min | 9.4% | +81 min | Republic Airways |
| Frontier Airlines | 103 | 61% | 3.9% | +4 min | 16.5% | +78 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 CLE). Delays build through the day as late planes knock on, so early flights usually do best.
By airline and hour
| Departs | Delta Air Lines | American Airlines |
|---|---|---|
| 6 a.m. | 85% | 83% |
| 10 a.m. | 76% | 79% |
| 1 p.m. | 70% | 66% |
| 2 p.m. | — | 69% |
| 4 p.m. | 66% | — |
| 5 p.m. | 51% | — |
| 6 p.m. | — | 48% |
| 7 p.m. | 51% | — |
Last flight of the day
On CLE → LGA, each airline's last flight of the day was cancelled 9.4% of the time, against 6.1% for its earlier flights (1.5× as often). It arrived 3+ hours late 3.4% of the time (earlier flights: 2.0%). 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 | 7:03 p.m. | 10.3% | 2.2% | 7.0% | first flight 5:18 a.m. |
| Delta Air Lines | 7:16 p.m. | 8.6% | 4.4% | 5.5% | first flight 6:00 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 LGA tonight, book an earlier flight so there's a backup if it's cancelled.
By month
Each calendar month pooled over 2023–2026. Best: October (85%). Worst: July (62%).
By day of week
| Day | Flights | On time | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 475 | 62% | 10.7% |
| Tuesday | 485 | 70% | 7.4% |
| Wednesday | 461 | 73% | 3.9% |
| Thursday | 472 | 67% | 6.8% |
| Friday | 446 | 74% | 4.3% |
| Saturday | 187 | 80% | 2.1% |
| Sunday | 399 | 62% | 9.0% |
Why flights were late
Share of delay minutes on flights 15+ minutes late, as reported to BTS by the airlines.
Cancellations: air traffic/airport 88 · weather 58 · airline 50
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL 5177 | 6:00 a.m. | 169 | 82% | 5.3% | −14 min | Endeavor Air |
| AA 4677 | 6:49 a.m. | 298 | 84% | 5.0% | −11 min | Republic Airways |
| DL 5045 | 1:00 p.m. | 151 | 66% | 9.3% | −8 min | Endeavor Air |
| AA 4513 | 6:05 p.m. | 175 | 55% | 9.7% | +3 min | Republic Airways |
Worst days in the past year
| Date | Flights | On time | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2026 | 9 | 0% | 6 |
| Feb 23, 2026 | 9 | 0% | 9 |
| Dec 14, 2025 | 9 | 0% | 7 |
| Jan 25, 2026 | 7 | 0% | 7 |
| Apr 5, 2026 | 7 | 0% | 1 |
Nearby airport alternatives
Other ways to make the same trip, using airports within 60 miles of Cleveland or New York. CLE → EWR has been 8 points more reliable.
| Route | Flights | On time | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLE → LGA (this route) | 2,925 | 69% | 6.7% |
| CLE → EWR Cleveland Hopkins to Newark | 2,191 | 77% | 3.8% |
| CLE → JFK Cleveland Hopkins to New York JFK | 1,767 | 76% | 6.3% |
Questions
How often are flights from CLE to LGA on time?
69% of 2,925 scheduled flights from Cleveland, OH to New York, NY arrived within 15 minutes of schedule between September 2025 and August 2026. 6.7% were cancelled.
What is the best time of day to fly CLE to LGA?
Flights scheduled to leave at 6 a.m. were the most reliable (84% on time). The 6 p.m. departures were the least (48%).
Which airline is most on time from CLE to LGA?
American Airlines: 69% of its 1,213 flights on the route arrived on time. Delta Air Lines: 69%. Frontier Airlines: 61%.
What month has the most delays from CLE to LGA?
July (62% on time). The best month is October (85%), over 2023–2026.
Is the last flight of the day from CLE to LGA more likely to be cancelled?
Yes. Each airline's last CLE–LGA flight of the day was cancelled 9.4% of the time over the past year, against 6.1% for its earlier flights. If the last flight is cancelled, the next one is usually the following morning.
Related
- LGA → CLE (return)
- Cleveland Hopkins (CLE) delays by hour
- Flights into LaGuardia (LGA)
- Delta Air Lines on-time record
- American Airlines on-time record
- Frontier Airlines on-time record
- Connecting off this flight? Check the risk
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.