EWR (Newark) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines at 76%. The average delay is 77 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.EWR → ORD
EWR (Newark) to ORD (Chicago)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 73% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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American Airlines edges out Republic Airways on this route — 76% vs 67% on time.
Airline Comparison
American Airlines leads at 76% on time; Republic Airways trails at 67%.
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Good to know
Departing from EWR
77% on timeExpect ~21 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. EWR has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~24 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
EWR cancels 3.1% 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 ~21 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.