AVL (Asheville) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 75% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 92%. The average delay is 75 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.AVL → ORD
AVL (Asheville) to ORD (Chicago)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 75% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Republic Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 92% on time vs null at 65%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 92% on time; trails at 65%.
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Good to know
Departing from AVL
79% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. AVL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~12 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
AVL cancels 2.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at ORD
80% on timeWhen flights into ORD are late, the average delay is 76 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ORD: TSA is ~10 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.