ORD (Chicago) to XNA (Fayetteville) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 84%. The average delay is 58 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.ORD → XNA
ORD (Chicago) to XNA (Fayetteville)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% 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 — 84% vs 71% on time.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 84% on time; American Airlines trails at 71%.
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 ~34 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at XNA
82% on timeWhen flights into XNA are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at XNA: TSA is ~13 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.