ORD (Chicago) to RNO (Reno) flights arrive on time 62% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 65%. The average delay is 62 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.ORD → RNO
ORD (Chicago) to RNO (Reno)
ORD → RNO on-time performance by month
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This route is frequently delayed. About 62% 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 65% on time vs American Airlines at 42%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 65% on time; American Airlines trails at 42%.
Accurate?
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 ~34 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at RNO
81% on timeWhen flights into RNO are late, the average delay is 65 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at RNO: TSA is ~14 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.