Which airline is most reliable for SJC (San Jose) to LGB (Long Beach)?

The most reliable airline on the SJC to LGB route is Southwest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 88%.

How often are flights delayed from SJC to LGB?

About 12% of flights from SJC to LGB experience delays. 88% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on SJC to LGB flights?

When flights from SJC to LGB are delayed, the average delay is approximately 50 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a SJC to LGB flight?

With 88% of SJC to LGB flights arriving on time and an average delay of 50 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at LGB is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

Is SJC (San Jose) to LGB (Long Beach) usually delayed?

No, SJC to LGB flights are generally reliable. 88% arrive on time, which is above average. When delays do occur, they average 50 minutes.

What airline is most reliable on SJC (San Jose) to LGB (Long Beach)?

Southwest Airlines is the most reliable airline flying SJC to LGB, with 88% of flights arriving on time.

What's the best month to fly SJC (San Jose) to LGB (Long Beach)?

The best month to fly SJC to LGB is January, when 91% of flights arrive on time. The worst month is October at 82% on time. If your schedule is flexible, flying in January gives you the best odds of an on-time arrival.

SJC → LGB

SJC (San Jose) to LGB (Long Beach)

SJC (San Jose) to LGB (Long Beach) flights arrive on time 88% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 88%. The average delay is 50 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated November 2026.

SJC → LGB on-time performance by month

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

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This route is usually on time. About 88% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

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Best & worst months to fly SJC → LGB

Best month

January

91% on time

Worst month

October

82% on time

Jan

91%

Nov

91%

May

91%

Feb

90%

Mar

90%

Sep

88%

Apr

87%

Dec

87%

Aug

85%

Jul

85%

Jun

84%

Oct

82%

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Departing from SJC

83% on time

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Arriving at LGB

84% on time

When flights into LGB are late, the average delay is 51 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at LGB: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated November 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.