AA1261 Flight Status American Airlines: San Diego to Chicago (AAL1261)

How long is the AA1261 flight from San Diego to Chicago?

The average flight time from San Diego to Chicago is 3 hours and 31 minutes. The flight distance is 2768 km / 1720 miles and the average flight speed is 786 km/h / 489 mph.

How many AA1261 flights are operated per week?

7 flights per week. The flight AA1261 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What is the On-Time Performance (OTP) of American Airlines Flight AA1261 San Diego to Chicago?

The Airportia On-Time Performance Rating for American Airlines Flight AA1261 is 4.9/5 stars. This metric is calculated using data from the past 10 flights.

Which terminal is the flight AA1261 arriving at?

Flight AA1261 arrives at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) Terminal 3.

When was the latest AA1261 flight?

The latest flight took off on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026 with the flight status being Landed on 13:30.

How else can the flight AA1261 be referenced as?

This American Airlines flight can also be referenced as AAL1261, AA 1261, AAL 1261.

How often is flight AA1261 delayed?

On average, 10% of all AA1261 flights are delayed. The average delay is 45 minutes.

Can I get compensation for my delayed or cancelled AA1261 flight or baggage issues?

If your AA1261 flight was cancelled, delayed, or if you experienced baggage issues such as delayed, damaged, or lost bags, you may be entitled to compensation. Compensation amounts and eligibility depend on various regulations, including EC 261/2004, UK261, CA Montreal Convention, US GoodWill, BR-ANAC, SA-GACA and TK-SHY.