SMF (Sacramento) to SLC (Salt Lake City) flights arrive on time 89% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 90%. The average delay is 78 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.SMF → SLC
SMF (Sacramento) to SLC (Salt Lake City)
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This route is usually on time. About 89% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Delta Air Lines leads slightly at 90% vs Southwest Airlines at 86%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 90% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 86%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SMF
83% on timeTSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SLC
85% on timeWhen flights into SLC are late, the average delay is 70 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SLC: 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.