LAX (Los Angeles) to MIA (Miami) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is JetBlue Airways at 81%. The average delay is 70 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.LAX → MIA
LAX (Los Angeles) to MIA (Miami)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — JetBlue Airways leads slightly at 81% vs American Airlines at 79%.
Airline Comparison
JetBlue Airways leads at 81% on time; American Airlines trails at 79%.
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 ~18 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at MIA
76% on timeWhen flights into MIA are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MIA: TSA is ~29 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.