MCI (Kansas City) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 89%. The average delay is 83 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.MCI → ORD
MCI (Kansas City) to ORD (Chicago)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 81% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Republic Airways edges out null on this route — 89% vs 78% on time.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 89% on time; trails at 78%.
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Good to know
Departing from MCI
81% on timeTSA is currently ~22 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.