Private charter between Memphis and Chicago starts at US$10,000 aboard a very light jet.
Private jet charter from Memphis (MEM) to Chicago (ORD), and from Chicago (ORD) back to Memphis (MEM).
As the crow flies, Memphis to Chicago is roughly 792 kilometres — 492 miles, or 428 nautical miles.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$28,500 for a one-way charter between Memphis and Chicago, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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 30m | 1h 21m – 1h 39m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 25m | 1h 17m – 1h 34m | US$14,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 30m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 27m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 25m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 25m | US$14,000 – US$19,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 23m | US$15,500 – US$21,500 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 19m | US$17,000 – US$23,500 | 6-8 |
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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Memphis, United States: Frederick W. Smith International Airport, Millington-Memphis Airport, Olive Branch Airport, West Memphis Municipal Airport, Tunica Municipal Airport and Fayette 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 — Memphis: Memphis (MEM); Chicago: Chicago (MDW, ORD), Chicago/West Chicago (DPA).
Observed traffic points to a weekday route with afternoon departures, on the departures logged so far.
Chicago→Memphis runs about 9 minutes longer in the flights we have logged so far.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis → Chicago | 8 | 73 min | 70 min | Bombardier Challenger 300 (2), Cessna Citation Latitude (2) |
| Chicago → Memphis | 9 | 82 min | — | Bombardier Challenger 300 (3) |
17 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Frederick W. Smith International Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KMEM / MEM | KORD / ORD |
| Longest hard runway | 11,120 ft | 13,000 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 341 ft | 680 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Memphis to Chicago can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Frederick W. Smith International Airport has 11,120 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 792 km.
Alternates within range: Millington-Memphis Airport (8,001 ft, 36 km) · Olive Branch Airport (6,000 ft, 19 km) · West Memphis Municipal Airport (6,003 ft, 26 km) · Tunica Municipal Airport (8,500 ft, 52 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)
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Memphis–Chicago quote requests within 60 minutes.
Choose your wheels-up time — Memphis–Chicago runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 792 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Demand on Memphis–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$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 30m gate to gate over 792 km (492 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Memphis–Chicago 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.
Of course: Chicago to Memphis runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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