ORD (Chicago) to MCO (Orlando) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 81%. The average delay is 75 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.ORD → MCO
ORD (Chicago) to MCO (Orlando)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 76% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
United Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 81% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 64%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 81% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 64%.
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 ~29 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at MCO
75% on timeWhen flights into MCO are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MCO: TSA is ~17 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.