FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to SAT (San Antonio) flights arrive on time 70% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 73%. The average delay is 61 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.FLL → SAT
FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to SAT (San Antonio)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 70% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Spirit Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 73% on time vs Southwest Airlines at 40%.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 73% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 40%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from FLL
75% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. FLL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~16 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SAT
81% on timeWhen flights into SAT are late, the average delay is 67 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SAT: TSA is ~18 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.