Private charter between Appleton and Chicago starts at US$10,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Appleton (ATW) to Chicago (ORD) and Chicago to Appleton — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Appleton to Chicago is roughly 258 kilometres — 161 miles, or 140 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Appleton to Chicago (and Chicago to Appleton) ranges from US$10,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 55 min | 50 min – 1h 01m | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 46 min | 41 min – 51 min | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 55 min | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 53 min | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 46 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 45 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 44 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
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.
Charter pricing on Appleton–Chicago moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft. Slot-controlled hubs at one or both ends can affect both scheduling and cost.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Appleton, United States: Appleton International Airport, Wittman Regional Airport, Austin Straubel International Airport, Waupaca Municipal Airport, Fond du Lac County Airport and Manitowoc County 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 — Appleton: Appleton (ATW), Fond du Lac (FLD), Manitowoc (MTW); Chicago: Chicago/West Chicago (DPA), Chicago (MDW, ORD), Chicago/Romeoville (LOT), Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK).
Observed traffic makes this an end-of-week route — Friday departures dominate: departures cluster on Fri, most often around 20:00 UTC.
Appleton→Chicago runs about 4 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Sun 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton → Chicago | 77 | 39 min | 29 min | Embraer Phenom 300 (33), Gulfstream G280 (6), Gulfstream 5 (5), Cessna Citation Latitude (5) |
| Chicago → Appleton | 61 | 35 min | — | Embraer Phenom 300 (26), Gulfstream G280 (8), Gulfstream 5 (5), Learjet 45 (4) |
138 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Appleton International Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KATW / ATW | KORD / ORD |
| Longest hard runway | 8,003 ft | 13,000 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 918 ft | 680 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Appleton to Chicago can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Appleton International Airport has 8,003 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 258 km.
Alternates within range: Wittman Regional Airport (8,002 ft, 31 km) · Austin Straubel International Airport (8,700 ft, 40 km) · Waupaca Municipal Airport (5,200 ft, 41 km) · Fond du Lac County Airport (5,941 ft, 54 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)
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Appleton–Chicago trip to about 55 min gate to gate.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Appleton and Chicago.
We publish the price band (US$10,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Demand on Appleton–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$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 55 min gate to gate across the 258 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Appleton–Chicago charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Appleton–Chicago charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Chicago to Appleton runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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