STS (Santa Rosa) to LAX (Los Angeles) flights arrive on time 83% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 83%. The average delay is 63 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.STS → LAX
STS (Santa Rosa) to LAX (Los Angeles)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 83% 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 — Alaska Airlines leads slightly at 83% vs SkyWest Airlines at 83%.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 83% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 83%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from STS
80% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. STS has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at LAX
81% on timeWhen flights into LAX are late, the average delay is 70 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LAX: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.