Oakland (OAK) to Las Vegas (LAS): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Oakland (OAK) to Las Vegas (LAS) effectively runs on two schedules. In November 2024, 89% of arrivals were on time; in June 2026 that fell to 65% — a 24-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 80% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (91% vs 68%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 80%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 12 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 0.6%
- Flights/day
- 9.0
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 1h 33m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 407 mi
Best airline from OAK to LAS
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Airlinesmost reliable | 84% | 12 min | 1.4% | 1,359 |
| Southwest Airlines | 79% | 12 min | 0.4% | 6,853 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from OAK to LAS
Aim for departures around 5 a.m. (97% on-time); avoid 8 p.m. departures (65%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 79% | 12 min |
| Tuesday | 86% | 8 min |
| Wednesday | 85% | 8 min |
| Thursday | 73% | 18 min |
| Friday | 75% | 16 min |
| Saturdaybest | 86% | 7 min |
| Sunday | 80% | 12 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft44%
- Airline operations28%
- National airspace system27%
- Weather1%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from OAK to LAS delayed?
- 20% of OAK–LAS 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 12 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from OAK to LAS?
- Spirit Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 84%, based on 1,359 flights. 2 airlines flew OAK–LAS frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from OAK to LAS?
- Departures around 5 a.m. have the best record (97% on-time), while departures around 8 p.m. have the worst (65%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from OAK to LAS?
- The scheduled OAK–LAS flight time averages 1h 33m over 407 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 20% of the time.
- How often are OAK to LAS flights cancelled?
- 0.6% 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 OAK to LAS?
- June 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 65% of arrivals on time. The best was November 2024 at 89%. If your dates are flexible, that 24-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 8,212 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.