Which airline is most reliable for BZN (Bozeman) to PDX (Portland)?

The most reliable airline on the BZN to PDX route is SkyWest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 80%.

How often are flights delayed from BZN to PDX?

About 21% of flights from BZN to PDX experience delays. 79% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on BZN to PDX flights?

When flights from BZN to PDX are delayed, the average delay is approximately 60 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a BZN to PDX flight?

With 79% of BZN to PDX flights arriving on time and an average delay of 60 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at PDX is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

BZN → PDX

BZN (Bozeman) to PDX (Portland)

BZN (Bozeman) to PDX (Portland) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 80%. The average delay is 60 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

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Departing from BZN

81% on time

Expect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. BZN has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~9 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at PDX

83% on time

When flights into PDX are late, the average delay is 60 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at PDX: TSA is ~8 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.