Fly private between Charlottesville VA and Chicago from US$10,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Charlottesville VA (CHO) to Chicago (ORD) and Chicago to Charlottesville VA — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Charlottesville VA and Chicago is about 910 km (565 miles), or 491 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Charlottesville VA to Chicago (and Chicago to Charlottesville VA) ranges from US$10,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$31,500 for a midsize jet such as the Cessna Citation XLS+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 32m | 1h 23m – 1h 41m | US$22,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 32m | US$22,500 – US$31,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 31m | US$25,000 – US$34,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 28m | US$27,000 – US$38,000 | 8-10 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
The guide range for Charlottesville VA–Chicago is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Charlottesville VA, United States: Charlottesville Albemarle Airport, Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport and Culpeper Regional Airport.
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.
| Charlottesville Albemarle Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KCHO / CHO | KORD / ORD |
| Longest hard runway | 6,801 ft | 13,000 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 639 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: Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport (6,002 ft, 41 km) · Culpeper Regional Airport (5,000 ft, 67 km) · Louisa County Airport / Freeman Field (4,300 ft, 45 km) · Bridgewater Air Park (4,034 ft, 51 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)
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Charlottesville VA and Chicago is built around your itinerary.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$10,500 – US$31,500 range for Charlottesville VA–Chicago, confirmed once we check live availability.
The Charlottesville VA to Chicago route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$10,500 – US$31,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 32m in the air over 910 km (565 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Charlottesville VA–Chicago charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Charlottesville VA–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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