PSP (Palm Springs) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 100%. The average delay is 109 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.PSP → ORD
PSP (Palm Springs) to ORD (Chicago)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 81% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
SkyWest Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 100% on time vs American Airlines at 77%.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 100% on time; American Airlines trails at 77%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PSP
82% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PSP has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~22 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ORD
77% on timeWhen flights into ORD are late, the average delay is 79 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ORD: TSA is ~36 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.