66% of flights from New York to Syracuse arrived on time over the past 12 months. That is worse than the typical U.S. route. The 10 a.m. departures ran on time 76% of the time; the 9 p.m. ones 59%. 17% 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 → SYR: when a flight was late, it was under 45 minutes late 48% of the time. About 1 in 10 flights landed an hour or more late, and 1 in 46 three hours or more; 6.5% were cancelled outright.
- On time or early66%
- 15–30 min late8.5%
- 30–60 min late8.6%
- 1–2 hours late6.4%
- 2–3 hours late1.8%
- 3+ hours late2.2%
- Diverted0.1%
- Cancelled6.5%
Share of all 975 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 | 975 | 66% | 6.5% | −6 min | 10.4% | +77 min | Endeavor Air 76%, Republic Airways 24% |
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.
Last flight of the day
On LGA → SYR, each airline's last flight of the day was cancelled 10.3% of the time, against 4.8% for its earlier flights (2.2× as often). It arrived 3+ hours late 2.3% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines | 9:47 p.m. | 10.3% | 2.3% | 4.8% | first flight 10:18 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 SYR 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 (82%). Worst: July (61%).
By day of week
| Day | Flights | On time | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 157 | 61% | 10.2% |
| Tuesday | 154 | 69% | 5.8% |
| Wednesday | 152 | 68% | 4.0% |
| Thursday | 150 | 63% | 6.0% |
| Friday | 152 | 68% | 3.3% |
| Saturday | 57 | — | — |
| Sunday | 153 | 63% | 10.5% |
Why flights were late
Share of delay minutes on flights 15+ minutes late, as reported to BTS by the airlines.
Cancellations: air traffic/airport 34 · weather 15 · airline 14
Month by month
Not enough months with data to draw a trend.
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 5524 | 9:29 p.m. | 178 | 57% | 12.4% | −8 min | Endeavor Air |
Worst days in the past year
| Date | Flights | On time | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2025 | 3 | 0% | 1 |
| Mar 11, 2026 | 3 | 0% | 1 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | 3 | 0% | 0 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | 3 | 0% | 1 |
| Apr 3, 2026 | 3 | 0% | 0 |
Nearby airport alternatives
Other ways to make the same trip, using airports within 60 miles of New York or Syracuse. JFK → SYR has been 8 points more reliable.
| Route | Flights | On time | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|
| LGA → SYR (this route) | 975 | 66% | 6.5% |
| JFK → SYR New York JFK to Syracuse Hancock | 1,488 | 74% | 5.7% |
| EWR → SYR Newark to Syracuse Hancock | 538 | 73% | 3.4% |
| JFK → ITH New York JFK to Ithaca Tompkins | 724 | 70% | 6.6% |
Questions
How often are flights from LGA to SYR on time?
66% of 975 scheduled flights from New York, NY to Syracuse, NY arrived within 15 minutes of schedule between September 2025 and August 2026. 6.5% were cancelled.
What is the best time of day to fly LGA to SYR?
Flights scheduled to leave at 10 a.m. were the most reliable (76% on time). The 9 p.m. departures were the least (59%).
What month has the most delays from LGA to SYR?
July (61% on time). The best month is September (82%), over 2023–2026.
Is the last flight of the day from LGA to SYR more likely to be cancelled?
Yes. Each airline's last LGA–SYR flight of the day was cancelled 10.3% of the time over the past year, against 4.8% for its earlier flights. If the last flight is cancelled, the next one is usually the following morning.
Related
- SYR → LGA (return)
- LaGuardia (LGA) delays by hour
- Flights into Syracuse Hancock (SYR)
- Delta Air Lines 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.