IAH (Houston) to PBI (West Palm Beach) flights arrive on time 75% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 76%. The average delay is 71 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.IAH → PBI
IAH (Houston) to PBI (West Palm Beach)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 75% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
United Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 76% on time vs SkyWest Airlines at 60%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 76% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 60%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from IAH
80% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. IAH has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at PBI
76% on timeWhen flights into PBI are late, the average delay is 76 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at PBI: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.