Jackson (JAC) to Los Angeles (LAX): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Jackson (JAC) to Los Angeles (LAX) effectively runs on two schedules. In October 2024, 90% of arrivals were on time; in July 2026 that fell to 62% — a 28-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 76% on-time against a national 78%.
- On-time
- 76%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 22 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.3%
- Flights/day
- 1.9
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 34m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 784 mi
Best airline from JAC to LAX
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlinesmost reliable | 85% | 13 min | 0.9% | 235 |
| SkyWest Airlines | 73% | 24 min | 1.4% | 1,060 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from JAC to LAX
Aim for departures around 8 a.m. (84% on-time); avoid 4 p.m. departures (64%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 74% | 23 min |
| Tuesday | 79% | 11 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 85% | 12 min |
| Thursday | 80% | 12 min |
| Friday | 72% | 33 min |
| Saturday | 76% | 24 min |
| Sunday | 65% | 29 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft24%
- Airline operations58%
- National airspace system11%
- Weather7%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from JAC to LAX delayed?
- 25% of JAC–LAX flights arrived 15 or more minutes late (the US DOT definition of a delay) between 2024-07 and 2026-07. The average arrival delay across completed flights was 22 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from JAC to LAX?
- United Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 85%, based on 235 flights. 2 airlines flew JAC–LAX frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from JAC to LAX?
- Departures around 8 a.m. have the best record (84% on-time), while departures around 4 p.m. have the worst (64%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from JAC to LAX?
- The scheduled JAC–LAX flight time averages 2h 34m over 784 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 25% of the time.
- How often are JAC to LAX flights cancelled?
- 1.3% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, at or below the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from JAC to LAX?
- July 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 62% of arrivals on time. The best was October 2024 at 90%. If your dates are flexible, that 28-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 1,295 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.