SLC (Salt Lake City) to ATL (Atlanta) flights arrive on time 86% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 86%. The average delay is 68 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.SLC → ATL
SLC (Salt Lake City) to ATL (Atlanta)
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This route is usually on time. About 86% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
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Departing from SLC
85% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SLC has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~10 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ATL
80% on timeWhen flights into ATL are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ATL: TSA is ~30 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.