PHX (Phoenix) to SMF (Sacramento) flights arrive on time 82% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is null at 89%. The average delay is 55 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.PHX → SMF
PHX (Phoenix) to SMF (Sacramento)
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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.
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null edges out American Airlines on this route — 89% vs 80% on time.
Airline Comparison
leads at 89% on time; American Airlines trails at 80%.
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Departing from PHX
82% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PHX has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SMF
82% on timeWhen flights into SMF are late, the average delay is 58 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SMF: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.