IAH (Houston) to PNS (Pensacola) flights arrive on time 70% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 74%. The average delay is 69 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.IAH → PNS
IAH (Houston) to PNS (Pensacola)
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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 incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
SkyWest Airlines edges out United Airlines on this route — 74% vs 69% on time.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 74% on time; United Airlines trails at 69%.
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 ~11 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at PNS
81% on timeWhen flights into PNS are late, the average delay is 76 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at PNS: TSA is ~10 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.