ORD (Chicago) to AUS (Austin) flights arrive on time 75% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 92%. The average delay is 66 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.ORD → AUS
ORD (Chicago) to AUS (Austin)
ORD → AUS on-time performance by month
This route is delayed fairly often. About 75% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Republic Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 92% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 57%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 92% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 57%.
Good to know
Departing from ORD
80% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ORD has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~27 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at AUS
79% on timeWhen flights into AUS are late, the average delay is 66 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at AUS: TSA is ~19 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.