RST (Rochester) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 73% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 88%. The average delay is 89 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.RST → ORD
RST (Rochester) to ORD (Chicago)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 73% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Republic Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 88% on time vs SkyWest Airlines at 62%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 88% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 62%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from RST
78% on timeExpect ~21 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. RST has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~27 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
RST cancels 2.3% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
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 ~18 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
Flight cancelled or delayed?
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.