Fly private between Baltimore and Chicago from US$11,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Baltimore (BWI) to Chicago (ORD) and Chicago to Baltimore — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Baltimore to Chicago is roughly 998 kilometres — 620 miles, or 539 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Baltimore–Chicago spans US$11,500 – US$33,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 39m | 1h 29m – 1h 49m | US$24,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 39m | US$24,000 – US$33,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 38m | US$26,500 – US$37,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 34m | US$29,000 – US$40,000 | 8-10 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Every Baltimore–Chicago quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Baltimore, United States: Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, Martin State Airport, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage Field, Frederick Municipal Airport and Easton Airport / Newnam Field.
Chicago, United States: Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Dupage Airport, Chicago Executive Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, Gary/Chicago International Airport and Lewis University Airport.
Observed traffic makes this an end-of-week route — Friday departures dominate: departures cluster on Fri, most often around 19:00 UTC.
Baltimore→Chicago runs about 11 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Sat is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore → Chicago | 13 | 102 min | 80 min | Bombardier Challenger 350 (3), Gulfstream 5 (3), Dassault Falcon 2000 (2), Cessna Citation XLS (1) |
| Chicago → Baltimore | 11 | 91 min | — | Dassault Falcon 2000 (2), Gulfstream G650 (2), Embraer Phenom 300 (2), Bombardier Challenger 350 (1) |
24 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KBWI / BWI | KORD / ORD |
| Longest hard runway | 10,503 ft | 13,000 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 146 ft | 680 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Martin State Airport (6,999 ft, 28 km) · Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (7,169 ft, 48 km) · Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage Field (5,100 ft, 56 km) · Frederick Municipal Airport (5,819 ft, 66 km) · Dupage Airport (7,571 ft, 30 km) · Chicago Executive Airport (5,001 ft, 15 km) · Chicago Midway International Airport (6,522 ft, 25 km) · Gary/Chicago International Airport (8,859 ft, 57 km)
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Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Baltimore and Chicago is built around your itinerary.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 39m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Baltimore–Chicago is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$11,500 – US$33,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 39m airborne across the 998 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Baltimore–Chicago departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Baltimore–Chicago charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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