CVG (Cincinnati) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 88%. The average delay is 79 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.CVG → ORD
CVG (Cincinnati) to ORD (Chicago)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Republic Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 88% on time vs American Airlines at 46%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 88% on time; American Airlines trails at 46%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from CVG
81% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. CVG has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
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 ~5 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.