Charter Chicago to Tucson privately from US$31,500, about 3h 17m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from Chicago (ORD) to Tucson (TUS), and from Tucson (TUS) back to Chicago (ORD).
The straight-line distance between Chicago and Tucson is about 2,309 km (1,435 miles), or 1,247 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Chicago to Tucson (and Tucson to Chicago) ranges from US$31,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$86,000 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. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| 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 03m | 2h 45m – 3h 21m | 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 03m | US$61,500 – US$86,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 03m | US$67,500 – US$94,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 07m | US$74,000 – 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–Tucson quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
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.
Tucson, United States: Tucson International Airport, Ryan Field, Marana Regional Airport and Pinal Airpark.
| Chicago O'Hare International Airport | Tucson International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KORD / ORD | KTUS / TUS |
| Longest hard runway | 13,000 ft | 10,996 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 680 ft | 2,643 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 7,796 ft spare |
2,180 km 707 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 8,096 ft spare |
2,410 km 477 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 7,496 ft spare |
3,700 km 813 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 7,718 ft spare |
3,650 km 763 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 6,796 ft spare |
3,900 km 1,013 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 5,420 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,713 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,066 ft spare |
5,926 km 3,039 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 6,096 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,513 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 6,304 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,333 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 5,556 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,513 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 5,696 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,913 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 6,206 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,513 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,996 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,373 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 5,196 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,225 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,996 ft spare |
12,960 km 10,073 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 6,196 ft spare |
11,945 km 9,058 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) · Ryan Field (5,500 ft, 23 km) · Marana Regional Airport (6,901 ft, 42 km) · Pinal Airpark (6,849 ft, 57 km) · Ruby Star Airpark (4,300 ft, 29 km)
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Chicago–Tucson sector leaves when you do.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Chicago–Tucson trip to about 3h 17m gate to gate.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Chicago and Tucson.
Chicago–Tucson is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
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 gate to gate over 2,309 km (1,435 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–Tucson charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Chicago–Tucson charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Tucson to Chicago runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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