ORD (Chicago) to JFK (New York) flights arrive on time 74% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 83%. The average delay is 86 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.ORD → JFK
ORD (Chicago) to JFK (New York)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 74% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
SkyWest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 83% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 60%.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 83% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 60%.
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 JFK
78% on timeWhen flights into JFK are late, the average delay is 78 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at JFK: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
JFK has a 2.4% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.