GEG (Spokane) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 72% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 90%. The average delay is 70 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.GEG → ORD
GEG (Spokane) 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 airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
United Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 90% on time vs American Airlines at 59%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 90% on time; American Airlines trails at 59%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from GEG
84% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. GEG has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~25 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 ~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.