SLC (Salt Lake City) to SMF (Sacramento) flights arrive on time 87% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 88%. The average delay is 59 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.SLC → SMF
SLC (Salt Lake City) to SMF (Sacramento)
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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?
Delta Air Lines edges out Southwest Airlines on this route — 88% vs 83% on time.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 88% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 83%.
Accurate?
Good to know
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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SMF
83% on timeWhen flights into SMF are late, the average delay is 59 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SMF: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.