TUS (Tucson) to PDX (Portland) flights arrive on time 94% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 95%. The average delay is 60 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.TUS → PDX
TUS (Tucson) to PDX (Portland)
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This route is usually on time. About 94% 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 95% vs SkyWest Airlines at 94%.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 95% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 94%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from TUS
83% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. TUS has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at PDX
83% on timeWhen flights into PDX are late, the average delay is 61 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at PDX: 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.