ORD (Chicago) to JAX (Jacksonville) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 86%. The average delay is 68 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.ORD → JAX
ORD (Chicago) to JAX (Jacksonville)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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SkyWest Airlines edges out American Airlines on this route — 86% vs 72% on time.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 86% on time; American Airlines trails at 72%.
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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 ~10 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at JAX
79% on timeWhen flights into JAX are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at JAX: TSA is ~13 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.