ORD (Chicago) to DCA (Washington) flights arrive on time 72% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is null at 85%. 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.ORD → DCA
ORD (Chicago) to DCA (Washington)
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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 incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
null is significantly more reliable on this route at 85% on time vs SkyWest Airlines at 66%.
Airline Comparison
leads at 85% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 66%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from ORD
75% on timeExpect ~22 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ORD has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~18 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at DCA
75% on timeWhen flights into DCA are late, the average delay is 79 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DCA: TSA is ~8 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
DCA has a 3.2% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.