Which airline is most reliable for ABQ (Albuquerque) to PHX (Phoenix)?

The most reliable airline on the ABQ to PHX route is SkyWest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 88%.

How often are flights delayed from ABQ to PHX?

About 17% of flights from ABQ to PHX experience delays. 83% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on ABQ to PHX flights?

When flights from ABQ to PHX are delayed, the average delay is approximately 70 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a ABQ to PHX flight?

With 83% of ABQ to PHX flights arriving on time and an average delay of 70 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at PHX is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

Is ABQ (Albuquerque) to PHX (Phoenix) usually delayed?

No, ABQ to PHX flights are generally reliable. 83% arrive on time, which is above average. When delays do occur, they average 70 minutes.

What airline is most reliable on ABQ (Albuquerque) to PHX (Phoenix)?

SkyWest Airlines is the most reliable airline flying ABQ to PHX, with 88% of flights arriving on time. The least reliable is Southwest Airlines at 82%.

What's the best month to fly ABQ (Albuquerque) to PHX (Phoenix)?

The best month to fly ABQ to PHX is February, when 87% of flights arrive on time. The worst month is June at 79% on time. If your schedule is flexible, flying in February gives you the best odds of an on-time arrival.

ABQ → PHX

ABQ (Albuquerque) to PHX (Phoenix)

ABQ (Albuquerque) to PHX (Phoenix) flights arrive on time 83% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 88%. The average delay is 70 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated November 2026.

ABQ → PHX on-time performance by month

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This route is on time most of the time. About 83% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

Accurate?

SkyWest Airlines edges out Southwest Airlines on this route — 88% vs 82% on time.

Airline Comparison

SkyWest Airlines leads at 88% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 82%.

Accurate?

Best & worst months to fly ABQ → PHX

Best month

February

87% on time

Worst month

June

79% on time

Feb

87%

Sep

86%

Dec

86%

Jan

85%

Oct

84%

Aug

83%

Nov

83%

May

83%

Mar

82%

Apr

82%

Jul

80%

Jun

79%

Good to know

Departing from ABQ

81% on time

Expect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ABQ has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (5 min).

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Arriving at PHX

81% on time

When flights into PHX are late, the average delay is 69 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at PHX: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated November 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.