Charter Manhattan to Chicago privately from US$10,000, about 1h 31m in the air. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Manhattan (MHK) to Chicago (ORD) and Chicago to Manhattan — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Manhattan to Chicago is roughly 804 kilometres — 500 miles, or 434 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Manhattan to Chicago (and Chicago to Manhattan) ranges from US$10,000 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$28,500 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.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 31m | 1h 22m – 1h 40m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 26m | 1h 17m – 1h 35m | US$14,500 | 6-8 |
| Midsize Jet | 1h 24m | 1h 16m – 1h 32m | US$20,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 31m | US$10,000 – US$14,000 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 28m | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 26m | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 26m | US$14,500 – US$20,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 24m | US$16,000 – US$22,500 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 20m | US$17,500 – US$24,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 24m | US$20,500 – US$28,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 24m | US$22,500 – US$31,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 21m | US$24,500 – US$34,000 | 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.
On Manhattan–Chicago, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Manhattan, United States: Manhattan Regional Airport, Hammond Airport, Hall Airport, Tracy Airport, Sunshine Ranch Airport and Deep Creek Airport.
Chicago, United States: Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport and Lansing Municipal Airport.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$10,000 – US$28,500 range for Manhattan–Chicago, confirmed once we check live availability.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 4-6 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
The Manhattan to Chicago route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – US$28,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 31m in the air over 804 km (500 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Manhattan–Chicago charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Manhattan–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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