ILM (Wilmington) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 69% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is null at 75%. The average delay is 73 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.ILM → ORD
ILM (Wilmington) to ORD (Chicago)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 69% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
null is significantly more reliable on this route at 75% on time vs Republic Airways at 39%.
Airline Comparison
leads at 75% on time; Republic Airways trails at 39%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from ILM
83% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ILM has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~14 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
ILM cancels 2.2% 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 ~34 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.