FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to SAN (San Diego) flights arrive on time 74% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 80%. The average delay is 59 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.FLL → SAN
FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to SAN (San Diego)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 74% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Alaska Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 80% on time vs JetBlue Airways at 65%.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 80% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 65%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from FLL
75% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. FLL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SAN
77% on timeWhen flights into SAN are late, the average delay is 61 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SAN: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.