ORD (Chicago) to SJU (San Juan) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Frontier Airlines at 82%. The average delay is 63 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.ORD → SJU
ORD (Chicago) to SJU (San Juan)
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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 airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Frontier Airlines edges out Spirit Airlines on this route — 82% vs 74% on time.
Airline Comparison
Frontier Airlines leads at 82% on time; Spirit Airlines trails at 74%.
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 SJU
76% on timeWhen flights into SJU are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SJU: TSA is ~8 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.