Fly private between Fort Lauderdale and Chicago from US$27,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Chicago (ORD) and Chicago to Fort Lauderdale — timed and priced alike.
Fort Lauderdale and Chicago lie approximately 1,905 km apart (1,184 mi / 1,029 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago (and Chicago to Fort Lauderdale) ranges from US$27,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$74,000 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. | 2h 47m | 2h 30m – 3h 04m | US$39,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 35m | 2h 20m – 2h 51m | US$53,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 47m | US$39,000 – US$54,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 45m | US$43,000 – US$60,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 38m | US$47,000 – US$65,500 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 35m | US$53,000 – US$74,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 35m | US$58,500 – US$81,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 38m | US$63,500 – US$89,000 | 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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Fort Lauderdale–Chicago charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Fort Lauderdale, United States: Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport, Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, Miami International Airport, Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport, Boca Raton Airport and Miami Executive 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 — Fort Lauderdale: Fort Lauderdale (FLL, FXE), Miami (TMB, MIA); Chicago: Chicago (MDW, ORD), Chicago/West Chicago (DPA), Chicago/Romeoville (LOT), Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Tue, most often around 19:00 UTC.
Fort Lauderdale→Chicago runs about 12 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Thu 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Lauderdale → Chicago | 53 | 169 min | 147 min | Hawker BEECHCRAFT Hawker 750/850 (8), Cessna Citation Latitude (5), Embraer Praetor 500 (3), Bombardier Challenger (3) |
| Chicago → Fort Lauderdale | 35 | 157 min | — | Cessna Citation Latitude (4), Cessna Citation XLS (4), Hawker BEECHCRAFT Hawker 750/850 (4), Embraer Phenom 300 (2) |
88 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KFLL / FLL | KORD / ORD |
| Longest hard runway | 9,000 ft | 13,000 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 9 ft | 680 ft |
15 of the 16 aircraft we quote for Fort Lauderdale to Chicago use both airfields and fly it non-stop. The exception is the Embraer Phenom 100EV, 202 km short after reserves on a 1,905 km leg — it would need a fuel stop. Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport has 9,000 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.
Alternates within range: Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (6,002 ft, 14 km) · Miami International Airport (13,016 ft, 34 km) · Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport (8,002 ft, 22 km) · Boca Raton Airport (6,276 ft, 34 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)
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Guide pricing on Fort Lauderdale–Chicago is published clearly: US$27,000 – US$74,000. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
The Fort Lauderdale to Chicago 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$27,000 – US$74,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 2h 47m gate to gate over 1,905 km (1,184 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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Fort Lauderdale–Chicago departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Fort Lauderdale–Chicago charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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