LAX (Los Angeles) to XNA (Fayetteville) flights arrive on time 89% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 89%. The average delay is 49 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.LAX → XNA
LAX (Los Angeles) to XNA (Fayetteville)
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This route is usually on time. About 89% 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 89% vs Allegiant Air at 88%.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 89% on time; Allegiant Air trails at 88%.
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 ~14 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at XNA
82% on timeWhen flights into XNA are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at XNA: TSA is ~8 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.