Which airline is most reliable for SLC (Salt Lake City) to CVG (Cincinnati)?

The most reliable airline on the SLC to CVG route is Delta Air Lines, with an on-time arrival rate of 85%.

How often are flights delayed from SLC to CVG?

About 16% of flights from SLC to CVG experience delays. 84% arrive on time.

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

When flights from SLC to CVG are delayed, the average delay is approximately 57 minutes.

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

With 84% of SLC to CVG flights arriving on time and an average delay of 57 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at CVG is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

SLC → CVG

SLC (Salt Lake City) to CVG (Cincinnati)

SLC (Salt Lake City) to CVG (Cincinnati) flights arrive on time 84% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 85%. The average delay is 57 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 84% 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 CVG

81% on time

When flights into CVG are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at CVG: TSA is ~13 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.