ANC (Anchorage) to DEN (Denver) flights arrive on time 89% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 91%. The average delay is 61 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.ANC → DEN
ANC (Anchorage) to DEN (Denver)
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This route is usually on time. About 89% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Alaska Airlines leads slightly at 91% vs United Airlines at 89%.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 91% on time; United Airlines trails at 89%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from ANC
82% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ANC has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~22 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 6 min).
Arriving at DEN
78% on timeWhen flights into DEN are late, the average delay is 67 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DEN: TSA is ~13 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.