Fly private between Chicago and San Jose Del Cabo from US$53,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Chicago (ORD) to San Jose Del Cabo (SJD), and from San Jose Del Cabo (SJD) back to Chicago (ORD).
As the crow flies, Chicago to San Jose Del Cabo is roughly 2,909 kilometres — 1,808 miles, or 1,571 nautical miles.
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Expect US$53,500 – US$139,500 for a one-way charter between Chicago and San Jose Del Cabo, 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. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 02m | 3h 38m – 4h 26m | US$53,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 45m | 3h 23m – 4h 08m | US$73,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 4h 02m | US$53,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 59m | US$59,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 49m | US$64,000 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 45m | US$73,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 45m | US$80,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 49m | US$87,500 – 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 Chicago–San Jose Del Cabo 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:
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 Jose Del Cabo, Mexico: Los Cabos International Airport and Cabo San Lucas International Airport.
| Chicago O'Hare International Airport | Los Cabos International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KORD / ORD | MMSD / SJD |
| Longest hard runway | 13,000 ft | 9,843 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 680 ft | 374 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 6,643 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,457 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 6,943 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,227 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 6,343 ft spare |
3,700 km 63 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 6,565 ft spare |
3,650 km 13 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 5,643 ft spare |
3,900 km 263 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 4,267 ft spare |
4,600 km 963 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 4,913 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,289 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 4,943 ft spare |
6,400 km 2,763 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,151 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,583 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 4,403 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,763 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 4,543 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,163 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,053 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,763 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,843 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,623 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,043 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,475 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,843 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,323 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,043 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,308 km spare after reserves |
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) · Cabo San Lucas International Airport (6,998 ft, 32 km) · Cabo Real Heliport · Destiladeras Cabo Este Heliport · Cabo Sky Tours Heliport
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
Demand on Chicago–San Jose Del Cabo comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$53,500 – US$139,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 4h 02m gate to gate over 2,909 km (1,808 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 Chicago–San Jose Del Cabo charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Chicago–San Jose Del Cabo charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: San Jose Del Cabo to Chicago runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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