LAX (Los Angeles) to EGE (Vail) flights arrive on time 77% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 78%. The average delay is 97 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.LAX → EGE
LAX (Los Angeles) to EGE (Vail)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 77% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — SkyWest Airlines leads slightly at 78% vs American Airlines at 74%.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 78% on time; American Airlines trails at 74%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from LAX
82% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. LAX has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at EGE
77% on timeWhen flights into EGE are late, the average delay is 86 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at EGE: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
EGE has a 2.3% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.