AUS (Austin) to SJC (San Jose) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 78%. The average delay is 50 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.AUS → SJC
AUS (Austin) to SJC (San Jose)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% 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 — Southwest Airlines leads slightly at 78% vs SkyWest Airlines at 75%.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 78% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 75%.
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Good to know
Departing from AUS
78% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. AUS has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~23 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SJC
83% on timeWhen flights into SJC are late, the average delay is 55 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SJC: TSA is ~23 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.