ABQ (Albuquerque) to SLC (Salt Lake City) flights arrive on time 94% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 95%. The average delay is 97 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.ABQ → SLC
ABQ (Albuquerque) to SLC (Salt Lake City)
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This route is usually on time. About 94% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Delta Air Lines leads slightly at 95% vs SkyWest Airlines at 93%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 95% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 93%.
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Departing from ABQ
81% on timeTSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SLC
85% on timeWhen flights into SLC are late, the average delay is 70 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SLC: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.