SFO (San Francisco) to PHX (Phoenix) flights arrive on time 77% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 91%. The average delay is 76 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.SFO → PHX
SFO (San Francisco) to PHX (Phoenix)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 77% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
SkyWest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 91% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 53%.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 91% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 53%.
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 ~18 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at PHX
82% on timeWhen flights into PHX are late, the average delay is 67 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at PHX: TSA is ~14 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.