RNO (Reno) to SAN (San Diego) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 77%. The average delay is 58 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.RNO → SAN
RNO (Reno) to SAN (San Diego)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 76% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Southwest Airlines edges out SkyWest Airlines on this route — 77% vs 68% on time.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 77% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 68%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from RNO
82% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. RNO has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~18 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SAN
77% on timeWhen flights into SAN are late, the average delay is 61 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SAN: TSA is ~18 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.