ATL (Atlanta) to OAK (Oakland) flights arrive on time 69% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 73%. The average delay is 44 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.ATL → OAK
ATL (Atlanta) to OAK (Oakland)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 69% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines edges out Southwest Airlines on this route — 73% vs 63% on time.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 73% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 63%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from ATL
83% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ATL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~24 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at OAK
82% on timeWhen flights into OAK are late, the average delay is 52 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at OAK: TSA is ~20 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.