SAN (San Diego) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 84%. The average delay is 85 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated July 2026.SAN → ORD
SAN (San Diego) 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?
United Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 84% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 29%.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 84% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 29%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SAN
77% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SAN has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~11 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ORD
75% 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 ~16 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated July 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.