SLC (Salt Lake City) to IAD (Washington) flights arrive on time 85% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 89%. 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 May 2026.SLC → IAD
SLC (Salt Lake City) to IAD (Washington)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 85% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
United Airlines edges out Delta Air Lines on this route — 89% vs 83% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 89% on time; Delta Air Lines trails at 83%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SLC
85% on timeExpect ~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).
Arriving at IAD
83% on timeWhen flights into IAD are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at IAD: TSA is ~8 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.