SMF (Sacramento) to MCO (Orlando) flights arrive on time 90% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 94%. The average delay is 48 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.SMF → MCO
SMF (Sacramento) to MCO (Orlando)
SMF → MCO on-time performance by month
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This route is usually on time. About 90% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Alaska Airlines edges out Southwest Airlines on this route — 94% vs 85% on time.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 94% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 85%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SMF
82% on timeTSA is currently ~15 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at MCO
75% on timeWhen flights into MCO are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MCO: TSA is ~19 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.