CHS (Charleston) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 83%. The average delay is 73 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.CHS → ORD
CHS (Charleston) to ORD (Chicago)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 81% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
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United Airlines edges out American Airlines on this route — 83% vs 78% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 83% on time; American Airlines trails at 78%.
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Good to know
Departing from CHS
80% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. CHS has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~16 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
CHS cancels 2.2% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at ORD
75% on timeWhen flights into ORD are late, the average delay is 79 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ORD: TSA is ~26 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.