BUR (Burbank) to SEA (Seattle) flights arrive on time 82% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 86%. The average delay is 59 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.BUR → SEA
BUR (Burbank) to SEA (Seattle)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 82% 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 — SkyWest Airlines leads slightly at 86% vs Alaska Airlines at 82%.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 86% on time; Alaska Airlines trails at 82%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from BUR
82% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. BUR has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~18 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SEA
80% on timeWhen flights into SEA are late, the average delay is 57 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SEA: TSA is ~18 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.