Which airline is most reliable for HNL (Honolulu) to LGB (Long Beach)?

The most reliable airline on the HNL to LGB route is Southwest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 87%.

How often are flights delayed from HNL to LGB?

About 17% of flights from HNL to LGB experience delays. 83% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on HNL to LGB flights?

When flights from HNL to LGB are delayed, the average delay is approximately 36 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a HNL to LGB flight?

With 83% of HNL to LGB flights arriving on time and an average delay of 36 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at LGB is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

Is HNL (Honolulu) to LGB (Long Beach) usually delayed?

No, HNL to LGB flights are generally reliable. 83% arrive on time, which is above average. When delays do occur, they average 36 minutes.

What airline is most reliable on HNL (Honolulu) to LGB (Long Beach)?

Southwest Airlines is the most reliable airline flying HNL to LGB, with 87% of flights arriving on time. The least reliable is Hawaiian Airlines at 80%.

What's the best month to fly HNL (Honolulu) to LGB (Long Beach)?

The best month to fly HNL to LGB is September, when 92% of flights arrive on time. The worst month is April at 78% on time. If your schedule is flexible, flying in September gives you the best odds of an on-time arrival.

HNL → LGB

HNL (Honolulu) to LGB (Long Beach)

HNL (Honolulu) to LGB (Long Beach) flights arrive on time 83% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 87%. The average delay is 36 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by airline operations (crew, maintenance, boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated November 2026.

HNL → LGB on-time performance by month

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This route is on time most of the time. About 83% of flights arrive on schedule.

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

Accurate?

Southwest Airlines edges out Hawaiian Airlines on this route — 87% vs 80% on time.

Airline Comparison

Southwest Airlines leads at 87% on time; Hawaiian Airlines trails at 80%.

Accurate?

Best & worst months to fly HNL → LGB

Best month

September

92% on time

Worst month

April

78% on time

Sep

92%

Aug

91%

Jun

86%

Jul

85%

Dec

85%

Nov

83%

May

83%

Feb

81%

Jan

81%

Oct

80%

Mar

79%

Apr

78%

Good to know

Departing from HNL

83% on time

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

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Arriving at LGB

84% on time

When flights into LGB are late, the average delay is 51 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at LGB: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated November 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.