SLC (Salt Lake City) to SJC (San Jose) flights arrive on time 87% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 93%. The average delay is 61 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.SLC → SJC
SLC (Salt Lake City) to SJC (San Jose)
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This route is usually on time. About 87% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
SkyWest Airlines edges out Southwest Airlines on this route — 93% vs 83% on time.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 93% on time; Southwest Airlines 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 ~6 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SJC
84% on timeWhen flights into SJC are late, the average delay is 55 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SJC: TSA is ~8 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.