Fly private between La Crosse and Chicago from US$10,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — La Crosse (LSE) to Chicago (ORD) and Chicago to La Crosse — timed and priced alike.
La Crosse and Chicago lie approximately 345 km apart (214 mi / 186 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between La Crosse and Chicago, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 05m | 59 min – 1h 12m | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 53 min | 48 min – 58 min | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 05m | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 02m | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 53 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 52 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 51 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
What determines the price between La Crosse and Chicago? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
La Crosse, United States: La Crosse Regional Airport and Winona Municipal Airport Max Conrad Field.
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.
| La Crosse Regional Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KLSE / LSE | KORD / ORD |
| Longest hard runway | 8,742 ft | 13,000 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 655 ft | 680 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| 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 |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 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: Winona Municipal Airport Max Conrad Field (5,679 ft, 42 km) · Sparta Fort McCoy Airport (4,697 ft, 42 km) · Viroqua Municipal Airport (4,000 ft, 44 km) · Black River Falls Area Airport (4,601 ft, 52 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)
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between La Crosse and Chicago is built around your itinerary.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 345 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 La Crosse and Chicago.
Guide pricing on La Crosse–Chicago is published clearly: US$10,000 – US$15,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
La Crosse–Chicago is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 05m in the air over 345 km (214 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute La Crosse–Chicago charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our La Crosse–Chicago charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Chicago to La Crosse runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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