EGE (Vail) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 72% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 74%. The average delay is 119 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.EGE → ORD
EGE (Vail) to ORD (Chicago)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 72% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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United Airlines edges out American Airlines on this route — 74% vs 67% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 74% on time; American Airlines trails at 67%.
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Good to know
Departing from EGE
77% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. EGE has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
EGE cancels 2.3% 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.