PVD (Providence) to MDW (Chicago) flights arrive on time 85% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 85%. 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.PVD → MDW
PVD (Providence) to MDW (Chicago)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 85% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Departing from PVD
80% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PVD has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~9 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
PVD cancels 2.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at MDW
78% on timeWhen flights into MDW are late, the average delay is 56 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MDW: TSA is ~22 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.