What percent of flights are delayed?

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On average, about 20 percent of flights are delayed. The rate of delays vary by airline, month and specific flight. Factors, such as weather, air traffic, staffing, and technical/maintenance issues, can all contribute to delays. Generally, flights departing in the mid- to late-afternoon experience the most delays, as do flights to and from congested airports.

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