RNO (Reno) to SJC (San Jose) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 75%. The average delay is 51 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.RNO → SJC
RNO (Reno) to SJC (San Jose)
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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.
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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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SJC
84% on timeWhen flights into SJC are late, the average delay is 56 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SJC: TSA is ~5 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.