PHX (Phoenix) to ANC (Anchorage) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 78%. The average delay is 50 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.PHX → ANC
PHX (Phoenix) to ANC (Anchorage)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Alaska Airlines edges out American Airlines on this route — 78% vs 73% on time.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 78% on time; American Airlines trails at 73%.
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Good to know
Departing from PHX
82% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PHX has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~14 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ANC
82% on timeWhen flights into ANC are late, the average delay is 58 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ANC: TSA is ~27 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.