Core Insights - KAYAK has released insights to help travelers avoid flight delays during the summer travel season, highlighting the most delay-prone times, worst days, and busiest airports [1][2] Group 1: Delay-Prone Airports and Times - Major airports like JFK and Miami have a higher risk of flight disruptions, while smaller airports such as Palm Springs and White Plains show better on-time performance [2][6] - Flights departing before 8 AM are typically half as likely to be delayed compared to those taking off between 6 PM and 10 PM [2] Group 2: Delay Statistics - JFK, CLT, and MIA reported over 40% of flights departing late, while LGA had a cancellation rate of 4% [6] - Airports like FAT, PSP, and HNL had only 15% of flights delayed, making them the least likely to experience delays [6] Group 3: Recommendations for Travelers - KAYAK advises travelers to consider early morning departures, allow extra buffer time, and closely track flight status as their trip approaches [2]