PVD (Providence) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 89%. The average delay is 78 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.PVD → ORD
PVD (Providence) to ORD (Chicago)
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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 air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
United Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 89% on time vs null at 67%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 89% on time; trails at 67%.
Accurate?
Good to know
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 ~15 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
PVD cancels 2.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at ORD
80% on timeWhen flights into ORD are late, the average delay is 76 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ORD: TSA is ~26 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.