SEA (Seattle) to ORD (Chicago) flights arrive on time 77% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 84%. The average delay is 64 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.SEA → ORD
SEA (Seattle) to ORD (Chicago)
SEA → ORD on-time performance by month
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This route is on time most of the time. About 77% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
United Airlines edges out Alaska Airlines on this route — 84% vs 75% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 84% on time; Alaska Airlines trails at 75%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SEA
82% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SEA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~22 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
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 ~21 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.