OAK (Oakland) to LAX (Los Angeles) flights arrive on time 84% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 87%. The average delay is 52 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.OAK → LAX
OAK (Oakland) to LAX (Los Angeles)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 84% 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 — Spirit Airlines leads slightly at 87% vs Southwest Airlines at 84%.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 87% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 84%.
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Good to know
Departing from OAK
83% on timeTSA is currently ~23 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at LAX
82% on timeWhen flights into LAX are late, the average delay is 70 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LAX: TSA is ~23 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.