Fly private between Akron and Chicago from US$10,000 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Akron (CAK) to Chicago (ORD), and from Chicago (ORD) back to Akron (CAK).
As the crow flies, Akron to Chicago is roughly 551 kilometres — 343 miles, or 298 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Akron–Chicago spans US$10,000 – US$22,500: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 10m | 1h 03m – 1h 17m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 06m | 59 min – 1h 13m | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 10m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 08m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 06m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 06m | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 05m | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 02m | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
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.
The guide range for Akron–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.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Akron, United States: Akron Canton Regional Airport, Akron Fulton International Airport, Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, Wayne County Airport and Burke Lakefront 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 — Akron: Akron (CAK), Cleveland (CLE, BKL); Chicago: Chicago (MDW, ORD), Chicago/West Chicago (DPA), Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK), Chicago/Romeoville (LOT).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Thu, most often around 13:00 UTC.
Akron→Chicago runs about 8 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Wed 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akron → Chicago | 81 | 59 min | 47 min | Cessna Citation Latitude (10), Embraer Phenom 300 (10), Bombardier Challenger 350 (8), Dassault Falcon 2000 (6) |
| Chicago → Akron | 66 | 51 min | — | Gulfstream G150 (8), Dassault Falcon 2000 (8), Hawker BEECHCRAFT Hawker 750/850 (6), Bombardier Challenger 350 (5) |
147 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Akron Canton Regional Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KCAK / CAK | KORD / ORD |
| Longest hard runway | 8,204 ft | 13,000 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 1,228 ft | 680 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Akron to Chicago can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Akron Canton Regional Airport has 8,204 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 551 km.
Alternates within range: Akron Fulton International Airport (6,336 ft, 14 km) · Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (9,953 ft, 65 km) · Wayne County Airport (5,190 ft, 38 km) · Burke Lakefront Airport (6,604 ft, 70 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)
Transparent from the start: a clear US$10,000 – US$22,500 range for Akron–Chicago, confirmed once we check live availability.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
The Akron 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$22,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 10m gate to gate across the 551 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Akron–Chicago charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Chicago to Akron runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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