Delta Connection LGA BUF DL5362
Delta Connection · Live forecast
LGA → BUF
DL5362 · Apr 17, 2026 · 12:56 · mitsubishi crj-900lr
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Calm Score
"Mostly smooth — one short bumpy section you'll handle."
5h 23m
Duration
253 nm
Distance
24,000 ft
Cruise Altitude
VERY LOW
Confidence
Turbulence comfort along route
Comfort score combines turbulence probability with intensity — higher means rougher
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Live pilot reports from aircraft flying LGA → BUF
2 pilot reports along this route
2 / 2
Reporting smooth
0 / 2
Light turbulence
0
Moderate or worse
Latest pilot reports
Smooth
POU UA /OV 1 MILE S OF POU/TM 1350/FL018/TP C172/SK BKN018
15m ago
Smooth
ROC UA /OV ROC/TM 1350/FL004/TP E75L/SK OVC 004 TOPS 045
15m ago
AI-powered flight briefing
1,000 data points analyzed
Your Flight

We analysed more than 1,000 data points along your route from LaGuardia Airport, New York to Buffalo Niagara International, Buffalo.

Your Journey Beta

Some bumpy patches are scattered throughout the flight. Keep your seatbelt fastened when seated.

Your route takes you over the Appalachian Mountains – conditions there can sometimes cause light turbulence.

Mostly Smooth

Overall conditions look mostly smooth with some light bumps expected. Pilots often adjust altitude or route to find smoother air.

Takeoff

Takeoff should feel smooth with possible light bumps, with calm conditions around the airport.

Winds Aloft

Standard wind conditions expected at cruising altitude.

Landing

Landing should feel expect some bumps on approach with typical approach conditions.

You're in Safe Hands

If you feel nervous at any point, remember that turbulence is expected, safe, and part of normal flying. The crew is monitoring everything, and the aircraft is built to handle far more than anything you will feel. Have a safe and calm flight.

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Live data from ECMWF global forecast models · 12 atmospheric pressure levels · Updated every 6 hours
Flight Timeline 5h 23min
Maximum turbulence expected per segment
Takeoff
Light
0:30-1:00
Smooth
1:00-1:30
Moderate
1:30-1:59
Moderate
1:59-2:28
Moderate
2:28-2:57
Moderate
2:57-3:26
Moderate
3:26-3:55
Light
3:55-4:24
Severe
4:24-4:53
Light
Landing
Smooth
Smooth
Light
Moderate
Severe
Longer bars indicate higher turbulence intensity. Values shown are the maximum for each time segment.
Airport conditions
Live weather at departure and arrival
LGA LaGuardia Airport — Departure
Wind
7 kt (320°)
Sky
Broken
Temperature
21°C
Conditions
VFR — Clear conditions, no delays expected
BUF Buffalo Niagara International — Arrival
Visibility
3 mi
Wind
3 kt (260°)
Sky
Broken
Temperature
11°C
Conditions
IFR — Low visibility, delays likely
Your flight details
Departure timing and aircraft information
Afternoon Flight Departure
Time of day
Afternoon Flight
Tip
Afternoon flights may encounter more turbulence due to thermal activity as the sun heats the ground, creating rising air currents.
When
Today
mitsubishi crj-900lr
Category
Regional Jet
Size
Small
Comfort
Regional jets are smaller and lighter, so turbulence may be more noticeable to passengers. However, they are fully certified and safe for all weather conditions.
Data sources & our approach
ZeroTurb's Custom Algorithm: Our proprietary ZeroTurb Index (ZTI) combines three meteorological indices weighted by their predictive accuracy — giving you transparent, passenger-focused turbulence probability instead of vague categories.

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Disclaimer: This forecast is for informational purposes only. Always consult official aviation weather sources and follow ATC guidance.