SMF (Sacramento) to BWI (Baltimore) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 83%. The average delay is 46 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.SMF → BWI
SMF (Sacramento) to BWI (Baltimore)
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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 air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Southwest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 83% on time vs Spirit Airlines at 59%.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 83% on time; Spirit Airlines trails at 59%.
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Departing from SMF
82% on timeTSA is currently ~18 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at BWI
78% on timeWhen flights into BWI are late, the average delay is 58 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at BWI: TSA is ~7 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.