Private charter between Chicago and Phoenix starts at US$31,500 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Chicago (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX) and Phoenix to Chicago — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Chicago and Phoenix is about 2,313 km (1,437 miles), or 1,249 nautical miles.
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Expect US$31,500 – US$86,000 for a one-way charter between Chicago and Phoenix, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 17m | 2h 57m – 3h 37m | US$45,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 04m | 2h 46m – 3h 22m | US$61,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 17m | US$45,000 – US$63,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 15m | US$49,500 – US$69,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 07m | US$54,000 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 04m | US$61,500 – US$86,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 04m | US$67,500 – US$94,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 07m | US$74,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Jet charter costs between Chicago and Phoenix are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
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.
Phoenix, United States: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Scottsdale Airport, Mesa Gateway Airport, Phoenix Deer Valley Airport, Phoenix Goodyear Airport and Glendale Municipal Airport.
Observed traffic makes this an end-of-week route — Friday departures dominate: departures cluster on Fri, most often around 15:00 UTC.
Chicago→Phoenix runs about 27 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago → Phoenix | 46 | 200 min | 176 min | Cessna Citation Latitude (4), Cessna Citation XLS (4), Embraer Phenom 300 (4), Gulfstream G280 (4) |
| Phoenix → Chicago | 24 | 173 min | — | Gulfstream G280 (3), Bombardier Challenger 350 (3), Cessna Citation Longitude (3), Learjet 45 (2) |
70 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Chicago O'Hare International Airport | Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KORD / ORD | KPHX / PHX |
| Longest hard runway | 13,000 ft | 11,489 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 680 ft | 1,135 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 | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| 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 | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
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) · Scottsdale Airport (8,249 ft, 23 km) · Mesa Gateway Airport (10,401 ft, 36 km) · Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (8,196 ft, 29 km) · Phoenix Goodyear Airport (8,500 ft, 34 km)
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Chicago–Phoenix quote requests within 60 minutes.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Chicago–Phoenix when the time is right.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 2,313 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Chicago and Phoenix.
Demand on Chicago–Phoenix 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$31,500 – US$86,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 3h 17m in the air over 2,313 km (1,437 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Chicago–Phoenix 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: Phoenix to Chicago runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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