PDX (Portland) to SLC (Salt Lake City) flights arrive on time 89% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 93%. The average delay is 66 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.PDX → SLC
PDX (Portland) to SLC (Salt Lake City)
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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 incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Alaska Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 93% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 66%.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 93% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 66%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PDX
83% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PDX has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~11 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SLC
85% on timeWhen flights into SLC are late, the average delay is 70 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SLC: TSA is ~10 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.