SAN (San Diego) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale) flights arrive on time 69% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 73%. The average delay is 99 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.SAN → FLL
SAN (San Diego) to FLL (Fort Lauderdale)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 69% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Alaska Airlines edges out JetBlue Airways on this route — 73% vs 61% on time.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 73% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 61%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SAN
77% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SAN has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~17 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at FLL
75% on timeWhen flights into FLL are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at FLL: TSA is ~12 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.