Which airline is most reliable for LGB (Long Beach) to LAS (Las Vegas)?

The most reliable airline on the LGB to LAS route is Southwest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 80%.

How often are flights delayed from LGB to LAS?

About 20% of flights from LGB to LAS experience delays. 80% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on LGB to LAS flights?

When flights from LGB to LAS are delayed, the average delay is approximately 54 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a LGB to LAS flight?

With 80% of LGB to LAS flights arriving on time and an average delay of 54 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at LAS is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

Is LGB (Long Beach) to LAS (Las Vegas) usually delayed?

No, LGB to LAS flights are generally reliable. 80% arrive on time, which is above average. When delays do occur, they average 54 minutes.

What airline is most reliable on LGB (Long Beach) to LAS (Las Vegas)?

Southwest Airlines is the most reliable airline flying LGB to LAS, with 80% of flights arriving on time.

What's the best month to fly LGB (Long Beach) to LAS (Las Vegas)?

The best month to fly LGB to LAS is November, when 86% of flights arrive on time. The worst month is July at 77% on time. If your schedule is flexible, flying in November gives you the best odds of an on-time arrival.

LGB → LAS

LGB (Long Beach) to LAS (Las Vegas)

LGB (Long Beach) to LAS (Las Vegas) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 80%. The average delay is 54 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated November 2026.

LGB → LAS on-time performance by month

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This route is on time most of the time. About 80% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

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Best & worst months to fly LGB → LAS

Best month

November

86% on time

Worst month

July

77% on time

Nov

86%

Jan

83%

Dec

83%

Feb

83%

Aug

80%

May

79%

Sep

79%

Jun

79%

Apr

79%

Mar

79%

Oct

79%

Jul

77%

Good to know

Departing from LGB

84% on time

TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (5 min).

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Arriving at LAS

78% on time

When flights into LAS are late, the average delay is 64 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at LAS: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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