SFO (San Francisco) to LIH (Kauai) flights arrive on time 93% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 100%. The average delay is 47 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.SFO → LIH
SFO (San Francisco) to LIH (Kauai)
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This route is usually on time. About 93% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Alaska Airlines edges out United Airlines on this route — 100% vs 93% on time.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 100% on time; United Airlines trails at 93%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SFO
80% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SFO has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at LIH
86% on timeWhen flights into LIH are late, the average delay is 50 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LIH: 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.