MIA (Miami) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 75% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines at 75%. The average delay is 74 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.MIA → ORD
MIA (Miami) to ORD (Chicago)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 75% 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 Frontier Airlines on this route — 75% vs 68% on time.
Airline Comparison
American Airlines leads at 75% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 68%.
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Good to know
Departing from MIA
76% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MIA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~15 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ORD
77% 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 ~23 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.