SMF (Sacramento) to LIH (Kauai) flights arrive on time 88% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 90%. The average delay is 44 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.SMF → LIH
SMF (Sacramento) to LIH (Kauai)
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This route is usually on time. About 88% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Alaska Airlines leads slightly at 90% vs Hawaiian Airlines at 88%.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 90% on time; Hawaiian Airlines trails at 88%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SMF
83% on timeTSA is currently ~26 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at LIH
87% on timeWhen flights into LIH are late, the average delay is 51 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LIH: TSA is ~14 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.