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A new analysis has identified the best and worst airports for early morning and late night departures, and CVG featured prominently on several of the lists.
CVG secured a spot on the list of best airports for early morning flights, but was also named the worst airport for late night flights.
The analysis, conducted by travel magazine Upgraded Points, examined the frequency of flights departing before 8 a.m. and after 8 p.m., the percentage of delayed flights and the availability of beverages suitable for late-night or early-morning consumption at 50 of the busiest U.S. airports.
The results are intended to help travelers plan ahead and make informed travel decisions, the publication says.
“Booking the first flight or an overnight flight can greatly improve your travel experience,” said Alex Miller, founder of Upgraded Points, in a statement to USA TODAY. “These off-peak flights are often less crowded, meaning shorter security lines and less hassle overall. Additionally, flights during these times are typically less expensive, providing a budget-friendly option for travelers. Early and late flights are less prone to delays because they avoid the busiest times of day, making your travel plans more reliable.”
See where CVG ranks on the list of the best and worst US airports for early morning and late night flights below.
Which US airports are best for early morning flights?
- Cleveland Hopkins International Airport: 13.88% of early flights were delayed, with an average delay time of 4.44 minutes.
- Kansas City International Airport: 14.22% of early flights were delayed, with an average delay time of 8.19 minutes.
- Southwest Florida International Airport, 12.42% early flight delay, flights depart on average 2 minutes ahead of schedule.
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, 16.37% of early flights were delayed, average delay time 3.26 minutes.
- Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport: 21.73% of early flights were delayed, with an average delay time of 7.01 minutes.
What are the worst US airports for early morning flights?
- Miami International Airport, 31.57% of early flights delayed, average delay time 7.46 minutes.
- Salt Lake City International Airport, 26.50% of early flights delayed, average delay time of 5.01 minutes.
- Hartsfield–Jackson International Airport, 22.73% of early flights were delayed, average delay time 5.88 minutes.
- Sky Harbor International Airport, 24.11% of early flights were delayed, average delay time 4.73 minutes.
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 24.18% of early flights were delayed, average delay time 3.98 minutes.
Which US airports are best for night flights?
- Hartsfield–Jackson International Airport, 31.72% of flights were delayed, the average delay was 7.53 minutes.
- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 39.48% delayed flights, average delay time of 11.91 minutes.
- Salt Lake City International Airport, 33.47% delayed flights, average delay time 8.85 minutes.
- Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, 35.67% of flights were delayed, the average delay was 9.8 minutes.
- Indianapolis International Airport, 0% delay, flights depart on average five minutes ahead of schedule.
Which US airports are worst for night flights?
- Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, 77.78% of flights were delayed, average delay time 45.44 minutes.
- San Antonio International Airport, 40.91% of flights were delayed, average delay time 31.36 minutes.
- Logan International Airport, 50% of flights were delayed, average delay time 26.91 minutes.
- Palm Beach International Airport, 46.67% of flights were delayed, the average delay time was 17.27 minutes.
- Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 46.43% of flights were delayed, average delay time 17.71 minutes.
