MSP (Minneapolis) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 77% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 82%. 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 April 2026.MSP → ORD
MSP (Minneapolis) to ORD (Chicago)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 77% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Republic Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 82% on time vs PSA Airlines at 61%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 82% on time; PSA Airlines trails at 61%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from MSP
84% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MSP has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~9 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 ~21 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.