RDU (Raleigh) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines at 86%. The average delay is 90 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.RDU → ORD
RDU (Raleigh) to ORD (Chicago)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 80% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
American Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 86% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 51%.
Airline Comparison
American Airlines leads at 86% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 51%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from RDU
79% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. RDU has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~14 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 ~10 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.