Which airline is most reliable for LGB (Long Beach) to SLC (Salt Lake City)?

The most reliable airline on the LGB to SLC route is SkyWest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 92%.

How often are flights delayed from LGB to SLC?

About 11% of flights from LGB to SLC experience delays. 89% arrive on time.

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

When flights from LGB to SLC are delayed, the average delay is approximately 73 minutes.

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

With 89% of LGB to SLC flights arriving on time and an average delay of 73 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at SLC is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

Is LGB (Long Beach) to SLC (Salt Lake City) usually delayed?

No, LGB to SLC flights are generally reliable. 89% arrive on time, which is above average. When delays do occur, they average 73 minutes.

What airline is most reliable on LGB (Long Beach) to SLC (Salt Lake City)?

SkyWest Airlines is the most reliable airline flying LGB to SLC, with 92% of flights arriving on time. The least reliable is Southwest Airlines at 86%.

What's the best month to fly LGB (Long Beach) to SLC (Salt Lake City)?

The best month to fly LGB to SLC is November, when 92% of flights arrive on time. The worst month is December at 87% on time. If your schedule is flexible, flying in November gives you the best odds of an on-time arrival.

LGB → SLC

LGB (Long Beach) to SLC (Salt Lake City)

LGB (Long Beach) to SLC (Salt Lake City) flights arrive on time 89% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 92%. The average delay is 73 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by airline operations (crew, maintenance, boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated November 2026.

LGB → SLC on-time performance by month

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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 airline operations (crew, maintenance, boarding).

Accurate?

SkyWest Airlines edges out Southwest Airlines on this route — 92% vs 86% on time.

Airline Comparison

SkyWest Airlines leads at 92% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 86%.

Accurate?

Best & worst months to fly LGB → SLC

Best month

November

92% on time

Worst month

December

87% on time

Nov

92%

Sep

91%

Aug

91%

Oct

90%

Feb

89%

Mar

89%

Apr

88%

Jun

88%

Jul

88%

May

88%

Jan

88%

Dec

87%

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 SLC

85% on time

When flights into SLC are late, the average delay is 70 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at SLC: 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.