Private charter between Dallas-Fort Worth and Chicago starts at US$20,000 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) ⇄ Chicago (ORD) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Dallas-Fort Worth and Chicago is about 1,291 km (802 miles), or 697 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Dallas-Fort Worth–Chicago spans US$20,000 – US$56,000: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) 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.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 01m | 1h 49m – 2h 13m | US$29,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 1h 53m | 1h 42m – 2h 04m | US$40,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 01m | US$29,000 – US$40,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 00m | US$32,000 – US$44,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 55m | US$35,000 – US$48,500 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 1h 53m | US$40,000 – US$56,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 1h 53m | US$44,000 – US$61,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 1h 55m | US$48,000 – US$67,000 | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Jet charter costs between Dallas-Fort Worth and Chicago are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Dallas-Fort Worth, United States: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport, NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field, Dallas Love Field, Addison Airport and Dallas Executive 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.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Dallas-Fort Worth: Dallas (DAL, ADS, RBD), Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), Fort Worth (AFW); Chicago: Chicago (MDW, ORD), Chicago/West Chicago (DPA), Chicago/Romeoville (LOT), Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK), Gary (GYY).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Tue, most often around 14:00 UTC.
Chicago→Dallas-Fort Worth runs about 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas-Fort Worth → Chicago | 101 | 110 min | 91 min | Bombardier Challenger 350 (11), Embraer Phenom 300 (8), Learjet 45 (6), Bombardier Challenger 300 (6) |
| Chicago → Dallas-Fort Worth | 133 | 113 min | — | Cessna Citation XLS (10), Embraer Phenom 300 (10), Learjet 45 (9), Dassault Falcon 2000 (9) |
234 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Dallas Fort Worth International Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KDFW / DFW | KORD / ORD |
| Longest hard runway | 13,401 ft | 13,000 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 607 ft | 680 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Dallas-Fort Worth to Chicago can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport has 13,401 ft and Chicago O'Hare International Airport 13,000 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 1,291 km.
Alternates within range: Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport (11,125 ft, 28 km) · NAS Fort Worth JRB / Carswell Field (11,999 ft, 40 km) · Dallas Love Field (8,800 ft, 19 km) · Addison Airport (7,203 ft, 20 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)
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Dallas-Fort Worth–Chicago sector leaves when you do.
Those 2h 01m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
See the guide range — US$20,000 – US$56,000 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
Demand on Dallas-Fort Worth–Chicago comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$20,000 – US$56,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 2h 01m gate to gate across the 1,291 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Dallas-Fort Worth–Chicago departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Dallas-Fort Worth–Chicago charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Chicago to Dallas-Fort Worth runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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