Which airline is most reliable for RNO (Reno) to LGB (Long Beach)?

The most reliable airline on the RNO to LGB route is Southwest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 84%.

How often are flights delayed from RNO to LGB?

About 16% of flights from RNO to LGB experience delays. 84% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on RNO to LGB flights?

When flights from RNO to LGB are delayed, the average delay is approximately 51 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a RNO to LGB flight?

With 84% of RNO to LGB flights arriving on time and an average delay of 51 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at LGB is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

Is RNO (Reno) to LGB (Long Beach) usually delayed?

No, RNO to LGB flights are generally reliable. 84% arrive on time, which is above average. When delays do occur, they average 51 minutes.

What airline is most reliable on RNO (Reno) to LGB (Long Beach)?

Southwest Airlines is the most reliable airline flying RNO to LGB, with 84% of flights arriving on time.

What's the best month to fly RNO (Reno) to LGB (Long Beach)?

The best month to fly RNO to LGB is August, when 89% of flights arrive on time. The worst month is June at 77% on time. If your schedule is flexible, flying in August gives you the best odds of an on-time arrival.

RNO → LGB

RNO (Reno) to LGB (Long Beach)

RNO (Reno) to LGB (Long Beach) flights arrive on time 84% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 84%. The average delay is 51 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated November 2026.

RNO → LGB on-time performance by month

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This route is on time most of the time. About 84% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

Accurate?

Best & worst months to fly RNO → LGB

Best month

August

89% on time

Worst month

June

77% on time

Aug

89%

Jan

89%

Nov

89%

Sep

88%

Apr

86%

May

84%

Mar

82%

Feb

82%

Oct

81%

Dec

81%

Jul

78%

Jun

77%

Good to know

Departing from RNO

81% on time

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

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

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Arriving at LGB

84% on time

When flights into LGB are late, the average delay is 51 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at LGB: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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