ORD (Chicago) to FSD (Sioux Falls) flights arrive on time 72% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 86%. The average delay is 72 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.ORD → FSD
ORD (Chicago) to FSD (Sioux Falls)
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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?
Republic Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 86% on time vs United Airlines at 63%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 86% on time; United Airlines trails at 63%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from ORD
77% on timeExpect ~22 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. ORD has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~36 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at FSD
79% on timeWhen flights into FSD are late, the average delay is 80 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at FSD: TSA is ~11 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.