DEN (Denver) to SFO (San Francisco) flights arrive on time 69% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 75%. The average delay is 62 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.DEN → SFO
DEN (Denver) to SFO (San Francisco)
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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 incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
United Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 75% on time vs Southwest Airlines at 58%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 75% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 58%.
Accurate?
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 ~30 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SFO
80% on timeWhen flights into SFO are late, the average delay is 67 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SFO: TSA is ~12 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.