Which airline is most reliable for SLC (Salt Lake City) to CMH (Columbus)?

The most reliable airline on the SLC to CMH route is Delta Air Lines, with an on-time arrival rate of 80%.

How often are flights delayed from SLC to CMH?

About 20% of flights from SLC to CMH experience delays. 80% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on SLC to CMH flights?

When flights from SLC to CMH are delayed, the average delay is approximately 64 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a SLC to CMH flight?

With 80% of SLC to CMH flights arriving on time and an average delay of 64 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at CMH is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

SLC → CMH

SLC (Salt Lake City) to CMH (Columbus)

SLC (Salt Lake City) to CMH (Columbus) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 80%. The average delay is 64 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 80% 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 time

Expect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SLC has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~7 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at CMH

82% on time

When flights into CMH are late, the average delay is 67 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at CMH: TSA is ~16 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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