IAD (Washington) to SAN (San Diego) flights arrive on time 84% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 85%. The average delay is 61 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.IAD → SAN
IAD (Washington) to SAN (San Diego)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 84% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
United Airlines edges out Alaska Airlines on this route — 85% vs 77% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 85% on time; Alaska Airlines trails at 77%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from IAD
82% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. IAD has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~8 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SAN
78% on timeWhen flights into SAN are late, the average delay is 60 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SAN: TSA is ~17 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.