Why are Southwest flights delayed so often?

[Adamwilson]

Why are Southwest flights delayed so often?

 

[Daldanny]

Delays on Southwest usually stem from weather disruptions, tight aircraft scheduling, or busy airport operations. I experienced one last winter and called (844) 734-0813 to get rebooked immediately. Southwest operates a point-to-point network, meaning one delay can ripple across multiple routes. Still, their team is responsive and offers clear updates through text or email. Checking flight status early and avoiding evening departures helps minimize delay risks.

 

[inaya]

Southwest delays typically occur due to weather disruptions, air traffic control congestion, or operational challenges like crew scheduling. Because Southwest operates many short, frequent routes, one delay can easily affect multiple flights across the network.