69% of flights from Aspen to Los Angeles arrived on time over the past 12 months. That is worse than the typical U.S. route. The 10 a.m. departures ran on time 78% of the time; the 7 p.m. ones 61%. Most reliable airline: United Airlines (72%). 21% of flights arrived more than an hour late or not at all.
How late?
The on-time rate treats a flight 20 minutes late the same as one 5 hours late. Here's the split for ASE → LAX: when a flight was late, it was under 45 minutes late 36% of the time. About 1 in 7 flights landed an hour or more late, and 1 in 26 three hours or more; 6.7% were cancelled outright.
- On time or early69%
- 15–30 min late5.6%
- 30–60 min late4.7%
- 1–2 hours late6.6%
- 2–3 hours late3.5%
- 3+ hours late3.8%
- Diverted0.5%
- Cancelled6.7%
Share of all 1,228 scheduled flights, past 12 months, by arrival time against schedule.
By airline
| Airline | Flights | On time | Cancelled | Typical arrival | 1h+ late | Avg when late | Operated by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 654 | 72% | 6.4% | −13 min | 13.1% | +125 min | SkyWest |
| Delta Air Lines | 336 | 71% | 3.6% | −10 min | 10.7% | +86 min | SkyWest |
| American Airlines | 238 | 56% | 11.8% | −9 min | 20.6% | +161 min | SkyWest |
Airline = the name on the ticket. Regional flights (e.g. "Delta Connection") count under the ticketing airline, and the operator is listed.
Best time of day to fly
On-time rate by scheduled departure hour (local time at ASE). Delays build through the day as late planes knock on, so early flights usually do best.
By airline and hour
| Departs | United Airlines | Delta Air Lines |
|---|---|---|
| 10 a.m. | 79% | — |
| noon | — | 71% |
| 1 p.m. | 70% | — |
| 7 p.m. | 59% | — |
Last flight of the day
On ASE → LAX, each airline's last flight of the day was cancelled 10.5% of the time, against 8.1% for its earlier flights (1.3× as often). It arrived 3+ hours late 2.9% of the time (earlier flights: 5.2%). It matters more than the numbers suggest. Miss an earlier flight and there's another one that evening; miss the last one and you're usually waiting until morning.
| Airline | Last departure | Last: cancelled | Last: 3h+ late | Earlier: cancelled | Next morning |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 7:15 p.m. | 9.3% | 2.0% | 6.0% | first flight 5:78 p.m. |
Last flight = the airline's last scheduled departure on this route that day, on days it flies the route at least twice; past 12 months. Times are typical scheduled times over the latest three months.
If you need to be in LAX tonight, book an earlier flight so there's a backup if it's cancelled.
By month
Each calendar month pooled over 2023–2026. Best: September (81%). Worst: February (57%).
By day of week
| Day | Flights | On time | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 181 | 69% | 3.9% |
| Tuesday | 150 | 72% | 4.7% |
| Wednesday | 165 | 75% | 6.7% |
| Thursday | 179 | 71% | 4.5% |
| Friday | 181 | 62% | 13.3% |
| Saturday | 185 | 65% | 5.4% |
| Sunday | 187 | 67% | 8.0% |
Why flights were late
Share of delay minutes on flights 15+ minutes late, as reported to BTS by the airlines.
Cancellations: weather 77 · airline 3 · air traffic/airport 2
Month by month
Flight numbers on this route
Regular flights with at least 120 scheduled trips in the past year. Sorted by departure time.
| Flight | Departs | Flights | On time | Cancelled | Typical arrival | Operated by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA 5851 | 10:00 a.m. | 164 | 79% | 1.8% | −9 min | SkyWest |
| DL 4133 | 12:03 p.m. | 336 | 71% | 3.6% | −10 min | SkyWest |
| UA 5940 | 7:15 p.m. | 127 | 61% | 9.4% | −11 min | SkyWest |
Worst days in the past year
| Date | Flights | On time | Cancelled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 6, 2026 | 7 | 0% | 7 |
| Feb 19, 2026 | 7 | 0% | 2 |
| Jan 4, 2026 | 7 | 0% | 4 |
| Feb 16, 2026 | 7 | 0% | 3 |
| Jan 3, 2026 | 7 | 0% | 0 |
Questions
How often are flights from ASE to LAX on time?
69% of 1,228 scheduled flights from Aspen, CO to Los Angeles, CA arrived within 15 minutes of schedule between September 2025 and August 2026. 6.7% were cancelled.
What is the best time of day to fly ASE to LAX?
Flights scheduled to leave at 10 a.m. were the most reliable (78% on time). The 7 p.m. departures were the least (61%).
Which airline is most on time from ASE to LAX?
United Airlines: 72% of its 654 flights on the route arrived on time. Delta Air Lines: 71%. American Airlines: 56%.
What month has the most delays from ASE to LAX?
February (57% on time). The best month is September (81%), over 2023–2026.
Is the last flight of the day from ASE to LAX more likely to be cancelled?
Yes. Each airline's last ASE–LAX flight of the day was cancelled 10.5% of the time over the past year, against 8.1% for its earlier flights. If the last flight is cancelled, the next one is usually the following morning.
Related
- LAX → ASE (return)
- Aspen-Pitkin (Sardy ) (ASE) delays by hour
- Flights into Los Angeles LAX (LAX)
- United Airlines on-time record
- Delta Air Lines on-time record
- American Airlines on-time record
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Domestic flights by the airlines that report to the U.S. DOT, plus their regional partners. "On time" means arriving less than 15 minutes after schedule; cancelled and diverted flights count as not on time. Past performance is a guide, not a forecast. Method.