ORD (Chicago) to SEA (Seattle) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 78%. 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 July 2026.ORD → SEA
ORD (Chicago) to SEA (Seattle)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 73% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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United Airlines edges out Alaska Airlines on this route — 78% vs 70% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 78% on time; Alaska Airlines trails at 70%.
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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 ~18 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SEA
80% on timeWhen flights into SEA are late, the average delay is 57 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SEA: TSA is ~18 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.