ORD (Chicago) to FSD (Sioux Falls) flights arrive on time 69% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 78%. The average delay is 78 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.ORD → FSD
ORD (Chicago) to FSD (Sioux Falls)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 69% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Republic Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 78% on time vs United Airlines at 61%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 78% on time; United Airlines trails at 61%.
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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at FSD
77% on timeWhen flights into FSD are late, the average delay is 79 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at FSD: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.