PDX (Portland) to TUS (Tucson) flights arrive on time 82% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 86%. The average delay is 48 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.PDX → TUS
PDX (Portland) to TUS (Tucson)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 82% 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 — Alaska Airlines leads slightly at 86% vs SkyWest Airlines at 83%.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 86% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 83%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PDX
83% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PDX has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~7 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at TUS
83% on timeWhen flights into TUS are late, the average delay is 69 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at TUS: TSA is ~7 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.