ORD (Chicago) to CAK (Akron) flights arrive on time 72% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 72%. The average delay is 77 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.ORD → CAK
ORD (Chicago) to CAK (Akron)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 72% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — SkyWest Airlines leads slightly at 72% vs PSA Airlines at 71%.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 72% on time; PSA Airlines trails at 71%.
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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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at CAK
79% on timeWhen flights into CAK are late, the average delay is 82 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at CAK: TSA is ~5 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.