Which airline is most reliable for PDX (Portland) to SBA (Santa Barbara)?

The most reliable airline on the PDX to SBA route is SkyWest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 83%.

How often are flights delayed from PDX to SBA?

About 15% of flights from PDX to SBA experience delays. 85% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on PDX to SBA flights?

When flights from PDX to SBA are delayed, the average delay is approximately 52 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a PDX to SBA flight?

With 85% of PDX to SBA flights arriving on time and an average delay of 52 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at SBA is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

PDX → SBA

PDX (Portland) to SBA (Santa Barbara)

PDX (Portland) to SBA (Santa Barbara) flights arrive on time 85% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 83%. The average delay is 52 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 85% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

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Departing from PDX

83% on time

Expect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PDX has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~24 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at SBA

82% on time

When flights into SBA are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at SBA: TSA is ~9 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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