DEN (Denver) to ANC (Anchorage) flights arrive on time 82% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 84%. The average delay is 50 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.DEN → ANC
DEN (Denver) to ANC (Anchorage)
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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 airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
United Airlines edges out Alaska Airlines on this route — 84% vs 75% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 84% on time; Alaska Airlines trails at 75%.
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Good to know
Departing from DEN
78% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DEN has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ANC
82% on timeWhen flights into ANC are late, the average delay is 55 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ANC: TSA is ~6 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.