Myrtle Beach (MYR) to Chicago (ORD): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Myrtle Beach (MYR) to Chicago (ORD) effectively runs on two schedules. In September 2024, 95% of arrivals were on time; in July 2025 that fell to 48% — a 47-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 74% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (80% vs 58%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 74%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 19 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.2%
- Flights/day
- 1.4
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 33m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 753 mi
Best airline from MYR to ORD
5 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republic Airwaysmost reliable | 93% | 4 min | 0.6% | 159 |
| SkyWest Airlines | 82% | 11 min | 0.0% | 165 |
| Spirit Airlines | 74% | 19 min | 2.0% | 148 |
| Envoy Air | 70% | 24 min | 1.7% | 180 |
| United Airlines | 63% | 30 min | 1.4% | 278 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from MYR to ORD
Aim for departures around 2 p.m. (90% on-time); avoid 5 p.m. departures (57%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 78% | 18 min |
| Tuesday | 77% | 13 min |
| Wednesday | 68% | 31 min |
| Thursday | 69% | 24 min |
| Fridaybest | 79% | 19 min |
| Saturday | 73% | 17 min |
| Sunday | 76% | 14 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft46%
- Airline operations12%
- National airspace system35%
- Weather7%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from MYR to ORD delayed?
- 26% of MYR–ORD flights arrived 15 or more minutes late (the US DOT definition of a delay) between 2024-07 and 2026-07. The average arrival delay across completed flights was 19 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from MYR to ORD?
- Republic Airways has the best on-time record on this route at 93%, based on 159 flights. 5 airlines flew MYR–ORD frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from MYR to ORD?
- Departures around 2 p.m. have the best record (90% on-time), while departures around 5 p.m. have the worst (57%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from MYR to ORD?
- The scheduled MYR–ORD flight time averages 2h 33m over 753 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 26% of the time.
- How often are MYR to ORD flights cancelled?
- 1.2% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, at or below the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from MYR to ORD?
- July 2025 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 48% of arrivals on time. The best was September 2024 at 95%. If your dates are flexible, that 47-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 948 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.