Private charter between Mexico City and Chicago starts at US$51,000 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Mexico City (MEX) ⇄ Chicago (ORD) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Mexico City to Chicago is roughly 2,719 kilometres — 1,689 miles, or 1,468 nautical miles.
From US$51,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Mexico City–Chicago spans US$51,000 – US$132,500: 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. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 48m | 3h 25m – 4h 11m | US$51,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 32m | 3h 11m – 3h 53m | US$69,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 48m | US$51,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 45m | US$56,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 36m | US$61,000 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 32m | US$69,500 – US$97,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 32m | US$76,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 36m | US$83,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
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.
Every Mexico City–Chicago quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs across the regions you cross, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Mexico City, Mexico: Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport, Felipe Ángeles International Airport, Adolfo López Mateos International Airport and General Mariano Matamoros International 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.
| Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | MMMX / MEX | KORD / ORD |
| Longest hard runway | 12,966 ft | 13,000 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 7,316 ft | 680 ft |
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport is at 7,316 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 9,766 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,219 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 10,066 ft spare |
2,410 km 989 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 9,466 ft spare |
3,700 km 301 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 9,688 ft spare |
3,650 km 251 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 8,766 ft spare |
3,900 km 501 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 7,390 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,201 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 8,036 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,527 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 8,066 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,001 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 8,274 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,821 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 7,526 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,001 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 7,666 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,401 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 8,176 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,001 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 6,966 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,861 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 7,166 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,713 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 6,966 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,561 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 8,166 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,546 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Felipe Ángeles International Airport (14,764 ft, 35 km) · Adolfo López Mateos International Airport (13,780 ft, 53 km) · General Mariano Matamoros International Airport (9,180 ft, 70 km) · Jorge Jiménez Cantú National Airport (4,265 ft, 28 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 shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 7-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Pets are welcome on every Mexico City–Chicago charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Our team responds to Mexico City–Chicago quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Mexico City–Chicago is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$51,000 – US$132,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 3h 48m gate to gate over 2,719 km (1,689 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Mexico City–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.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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