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As Labor Day approaches, millions of Americans prepare to travel, eager to make the most of the long weekend. However, delays, cancellations, and other travel hiccups can turn a much-anticipated trip into a stressful ordeal. To help you make the most of the busiest travel days of the year, we've analyzed historical flight data to reveal which airlines and airports are the best and worst for Labor Day travel.
In this article, you'll find data-driven insights into which airlines and airports are most likely to experience delays, cancellations, and on-time departures. Whether you're planning a trip or just curious, this comprehensive guide will help you make more informed travel decisions this Labor Day weekend.

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For this study, we leveraged the Bureau of Transportation Statistics to analyze departing flights on Labor Day. We looked at the average percentage of on-time, delayed, and canceled flights by major US airlines and airports from 2019 to 2023 overall.
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