ORD (Chicago) to SRQ (Sarasota) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 82%. The average delay is 66 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.ORD → SRQ
ORD (Chicago) to SRQ (Sarasota)
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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 the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
United Airlines edges out Frontier Airlines on this route — 82% vs 69% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 82% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 69%.
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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 ~10 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SRQ
79% on timeWhen flights into SRQ are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SRQ: TSA is ~6 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
SRQ has a 2.2% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.