Which airline is most reliable for JFK (New York) to LAX (Los Angeles)?

The most reliable airline on the JFK to LAX route is Alaska Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 79%.

How often are flights delayed from JFK to LAX?

About 25% of flights from JFK to LAX experience delays. 75% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on JFK to LAX flights?

When flights from JFK to LAX are delayed, the average delay is approximately 42 minutes.

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JFK (New York) to LAX (Los Angeles) flights arrive on time 75% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 79%. The average delay is 42 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.

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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.

Alaska Airlines edges out JetBlue Airways on this route — 79% vs 72% on time.

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Alaska Airlines leads at 79% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 72%.

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