LAX (Los Angeles) to SFO (San Francisco) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 76%. The average delay is 61 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.LAX → SFO
LAX (Los Angeles) to SFO (San Francisco)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 73% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
SkyWest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 76% on time vs JetBlue Airways at 42%.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 76% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 42%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from LAX
82% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. LAX has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~21 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SFO
78% on timeWhen flights into SFO are late, the average delay is 69 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SFO: TSA is ~20 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.