71% of flights from Tampa to New York arrived on time over the past 12 months. That is worse than the typical U.S. route. The 7 a.m. departures ran on time 85% of the time; the 6 p.m. ones 55%. Most reliable airline: American Airlines (80%). 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 TPA → LGA: when a flight was late, it was under 45 minutes late 46% of the time. About 1 in 10 flights landed an hour or more late, and 1 in 35 three hours or more; 3.3% were cancelled outright.
- On time or early71%
- 15–30 min late7.6%
- 30–60 min late6.5%
- 1–2 hours late5.2%
- 2–3 hours late2.4%
- 3+ hours late2.9%
- Diverted0.8%
- Cancelled3.3%
Share of all 2,764 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 | 1,724 | 70% | 3.5% | −6 min | 11.3% | +85 min | Delta Air Lines |
| American Airlines | 683 | 80% | 2.5% | −7 min | 7.2% | +136 min | American Airlines |
| JetBlue | 354 | 64% | 3.7% | +1 min | 12.7% | +79 min | JetBlue |
| Southwest Airlines | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | Southwest 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 TPA). 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 7 a.m. | 85% | 87% |
| 11 a.m. | 78% | — |
| noon | — | 69% |
| 1 p.m. | — | 73% |
| 2 p.m. | 59% | — |
| 3 p.m. | 67% | — |
| 4 p.m. | 63% | — |
| 5 p.m. | 59% | — |
| 7 p.m. | 58% | — |
Last flight of the day
On TPA → LGA, each airline's last flight of the day was cancelled 2.9% of the time, against 3.5% for its earlier flights, about the same. It arrived 3+ hours late 3.7% of the time (earlier flights: 2.5%). 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 | 12:11 p.m. | 1.7% | 4.0% | 3.1% | first flight 6:22 a.m. |
| JetBlue | — | 3.1% | 5.6% | 4.9% | — |
| Delta Air Lines | 6:44 p.m. | 3.8% | 2.7% | 3.5% | first flight 7:30 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.
By month
Each calendar month pooled over 2023–2026. Best: November (81%). Worst: July (56%).
By day of week
| Day | Flights | On time | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 422 | 64% | 5.2% |
| Tuesday | 406 | 75% | 3.2% |
| Wednesday | 391 | 80% | 1.5% |
| Thursday | 402 | 72% | 1.5% |
| Friday | 409 | 75% | 2.2% |
| Saturday | 337 | 72% | 4.2% |
| Sunday | 397 | 61% | 5.3% |
Why flights were late
Share of delay minutes on flights 15+ minutes late, as reported to BTS by the airlines.
Cancellations: weather 61 · airline 20 · air traffic/airport 10
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 2723 | 7:00 a.m. | 365 | 84% | 3.3% | −9 min | Delta Air Lines |
| DL 2195 | 2:45 p.m. | 177 | 64% | 6.2% | −4 min | Delta Air Lines |
| DL 2454 | 5:45 p.m. | 191 | 66% | 3.7% | −3 min | Delta Air Lines |
Worst days in the past year
| Date | Flights | On time | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2025 | 9 | 0% | 0 |
| Feb 23, 2026 | 9 | 0% | 9 |
| Dec 14, 2025 | 9 | 0% | 1 |
| Jan 25, 2026 | 9 | 0% | 9 |
| Jul 28, 2026 | 7 | 0% | 3 |
Nearby airport alternatives
Other ways to make the same trip, using airports within 60 miles of Tampa or New York. SRQ → EWR has been 10 points more reliable.
| Route | Flights | On time | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPA → LGA (this route) | 2,764 | 71% | 3.3% |
| SRQ → EWR Sarasota Bradenton to Newark | 929 | 82% | 3.0% |
| TPA → EWR Tampa to Newark | 2,506 | 77% | 2.0% |
| TPA → JFK Tampa to New York JFK | 2,307 | 75% | 4.2% |
| TPA → ISP Tampa to Long Island MacArthur | 430 | 73% | 2.8% |
| SRQ → JFK Sarasota Bradenton to New York JFK | 533 | 69% | 3.9% |
| SRQ → LGA Sarasota Bradenton to LaGuardia | 542 | 68% | 5.9% |
Questions
How often are flights from TPA to LGA on time?
71% of 2,764 scheduled flights from Tampa, FL to New York, NY arrived within 15 minutes of schedule between September 2025 and August 2026. 3.3% were cancelled.
What is the best time of day to fly TPA to LGA?
Flights scheduled to leave at 7 a.m. were the most reliable (85% on time). The 6 p.m. departures were the least (55%).
Which airline is most on time from TPA to LGA?
American Airlines: 80% of its 683 flights on the route arrived on time. Delta Air Lines: 70%. JetBlue: 64%.
What month has the most delays from TPA to LGA?
July (56% on time). The best month is November (81%), over 2023–2026.
Is the last flight of the day from TPA to LGA more likely to be cancelled?
Not much. Each airline's last TPA–LGA flight of the day was cancelled 2.9% of the time over the past year, against 3.5% for its earlier flights. If the last flight is cancelled, the next one is usually the following morning.
Related
- LGA → TPA (return)
- Tampa (TPA) delays by hour
- Flights into LaGuardia (LGA)
- Delta Air Lines on-time record
- American Airlines on-time record
- JetBlue on-time record
- Southwest 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.