ORD (Chicago) to SJU (San Juan) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 82%. The average delay is 62 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.ORD → SJU
ORD (Chicago) to SJU (San Juan)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 80% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — United Airlines leads slightly at 82% vs Spirit Airlines at 78%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 82% on time; Spirit Airlines trails at 78%.
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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SJU
75% 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 ~7 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.