Private charter between Chicago and Shanghai starts at US$295,000 aboard an ultra long range jet.
We fly Chicago (ORD) ⇄ Shanghai (PVG) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Chicago and Shanghai lie approximately 11,334 km apart (7,043 mi / 6,120 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$295,000 for a one-way charter between Chicago and Shanghai, depending on the aircraft — a ultra long range jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
The longest non-stop range available — suited to ultra-haul routes without tech stops. It seats 14-19 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Long Range Jet · rec. | 12h 15m | 11h 02m – 13h 29m | US$295,000 | 14-19 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Global 7500 | 12h 15m | US$295,000 | 14-19 |
| Gulfstream G700 | 12h 15m | US$295,000 | 14-19 |
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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
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.
Shanghai, China: Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
| Chicago O'Hare International Airport | Shanghai Pudong International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KORD / ORD | ZSPD / PVG |
| Longest hard runway | 13,000 ft | 13,123 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 680 ft | 13 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Fuel stop needed |
| 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 | Fuel stop needed |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Fuel stop needed |
Alternates within range: 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) · Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (11,154 ft, 45 km) · Jinshan City Beach Seaplane Base · Shanghai Tangchen Heliport · Aurora Plaza Helipad
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Chicago–Shanghai when the time is right.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
We publish the price band (US$295,000) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
The Chicago to Shanghai route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$295,000 one-way depending on aircraft; an ultra long range jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 12h 15m in the air over 11,334 km (7,043 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Ultra Long Range Jet. We lead with an ultra long range jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Chicago–Shanghai departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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