MCO (Orlando) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 74% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 79%. The average delay is 80 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.MCO → ORD
MCO (Orlando) to ORD (Chicago)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 74% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
United Airlines edges out Spirit Airlines on this route — 79% vs 68% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 79% on time; Spirit Airlines trails at 68%.
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Good to know
Departing from MCO
77% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MCO has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~13 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ORD
75% on timeWhen flights into ORD are late, the average delay is 79 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ORD: TSA is ~18 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.