ORD (Chicago) to XNA (Fayetteville) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 83%. The average delay is 61 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.ORD → XNA
ORD (Chicago) to XNA (Fayetteville)
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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 incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Republic Airways edges out American Airlines on this route — 83% vs 71% on time.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 83% on time; American Airlines trails at 71%.
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 ~33 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at XNA
80% on timeWhen flights into XNA are late, the average delay is 79 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at XNA: TSA is ~19 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.