Of 1,029 sampled departures, 41.5% left 15 minutes or more behind schedule. Average lateness was 20.4 minutes. Sample window: Jan 16, 2026 to Mar 27, 2026.
These are historical aggregates, not live status. A departure is late at 15 minutes past schedule.
| Airline | Flights sampled | Late | Average lateness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines Co. (WN) | 108 | 66.7% | 24.6 min |
| United Airlines (UA) | 71 | 54.9% | 40.2 min |
| Empire Airlines (EM) | 30 | 50.0% | 17.4 min |
| American Airlines (AA) | 89 | 48.3% | 31.9 min |
| Alaska Airlines (AS) | 263 | 46.0% | 21.7 min |
41.5% of this GEG sample left 15 minutes late or more.
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