Charter Chicago to San Antonio privately from US$24,500, about 2h 30m in the air. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Chicago (ORD) to San Antonio (SAT) and San Antonio to Chicago — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Chicago to San Antonio is roughly 1,677 kilometres — 1,042 miles, or 906 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Chicago to San Antonio (and San Antonio to Chicago) ranges from US$24,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$68,000 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
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. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 30m | 2h 15m – 2h 45m | US$35,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 20m | 2h 06m – 2h 34m | US$48,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 30m | US$35,000 – US$49,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 28m | US$38,500 – US$54,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 22m | US$42,000 – US$59,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 20m | US$48,500 – US$68,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 20m | US$53,500 – US$75,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 22m | US$58,000 – US$81,500 | 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.
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:
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.
San Antonio, United States: San Antonio International Airport, Stinson Municipal Airport, Nighthawks Nest Airport, New Braunfels National Airport, Boerne Stage Field and Castroville Municipal Airport.
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Thu, most often around 17:00 UTC.
Chicago→San Antonio runs about 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago → San Antonio | 14 | 150 min | 129 min | Dassault Falcon 2000 (3), Cessna Citation CJ3 (3), Cessna Citation Sovereign (2), Cessna Citation XLS (1) |
| San Antonio → Chicago | 23 | 134 min | — | Cessna Citation 10 (4), Dassault Falcon 2000 (3), Embraer Praetor 500 (3), Bombardier Challenger 300 (2) |
37 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Chicago O'Hare International Airport | San Antonio International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KORD / ORD | KSAT / SAT |
| Longest hard runway | 13,000 ft | 8,505 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 680 ft | 809 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| 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) · Stinson Municipal Airport (5,000 ft, 22 km) · Nighthawks Nest Airport (7,634 ft, 31 km) · New Braunfels National Airport (6,503 ft, 45 km) · Boerne Stage Field (5,006 ft, 30 km)
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Our team responds to Chicago–San Antonio quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Chicago–San Antonio when the time is right.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Chicago–San Antonio trip to its true flying time: 2h 30m.
The Chicago to San Antonio 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$24,500 – US$68,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 2h 30m in the air over 1,677 km (1,042 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–San Antonio 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: San Antonio to Chicago runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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