Originally Posted by
RRDD
I’ve booked 100+ sub-50 minute connections through ATL, DTW or MSP. Only once did I miss a connection that had an on-time arrival. So... I do know that 99+% of the time you will have no problems....if your arrival is on-time. As for a late arrival, hope for the best.
Statistically yes, OP will most likely make their connection. But again, seat location and connecting gate information is a big driver on connection success.
An on-time flight does not guarantee a successful connection at Atlanta with a 37 minute connection window. That's all I'm saying.
I would agree that 50 minutes would have a 100% successful connect rate at Atlanta if the inbound is on time (and no shenanigans like a jetway not working) for an individual that has no mobility issues. That 13 minute covers contingencies on gate location, inbound flight seat, and boarding door close time.