Charter Lincoln to Chicago privately from US$10,000, about 1h 26m in the air. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Lincoln (LNK) to Chicago (ORD) and Chicago to Lincoln — timed and priced alike.
Lincoln and Chicago lie approximately 749 km apart (465 mi / 404 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Lincoln–Chicago spans US$10,000 – US$27,500: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 26m | 1h 17m – 1h 35m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 22m | 1h 14m – 1h 30m | US$13,500 | 6-8 |
| Midsize Jet | 1h 20m | 1h 12m – 1h 28m | US$19,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 26m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 24m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 22m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 22m | US$13,500 – US$19,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 19m | US$15,000 – US$21,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 16m | US$16,000 – US$23,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 20m | US$19,500 – US$27,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 19m | US$21,500 – US$30,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 17m | US$23,500 – US$33,000 | 8-10 |
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. The confirmed quote is always checked against live availability, so you see a real number, not a range.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Lincoln, United States: Lincoln Airport, Lander's Fork Ranch Airport, Cloud Nine Airport, Pester Airport, Lincoln Municipal Airport and Cain Ranch Airport.
Chicago, United States: Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport and Lansing Municipal Airport.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
Choose your wheels-up time — Lincoln–Chicago runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 26m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Lincoln–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$27,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 26m in the air over 749 km (465 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Lincoln–Chicago charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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