Private charter between Moline and Chicago starts at US$10,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Moline (MLI) ⇄ Chicago (ORD) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Moline and Chicago lie approximately 224 km apart (139 mi / 121 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Moline–Chicago spans US$10,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 51 min | 46 min – 56 min | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 43 min | 39 min – 47 min | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 51 min | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 49 min | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 43 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 42 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 41 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
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 Moline–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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Moline, United States: Quad City International Airport, Davenport Municipal Airport, Clinton Municipal Airport, Muscatine Municipal Airport and Galesburg Municipal 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.
| Quad City International Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KMLI / MLI | KORD / ORD |
| Longest hard runway | 10,002 ft | 13,000 ft |
| Surface | Porous friction course | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 590 ft | 680 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Moline to Chicago can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Quad City International Airport has 10,002 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. The leg is 224 km.
Alternates within range: Davenport Municipal Airport (5,511 ft, 19 km) · Clinton Municipal Airport (5,204 ft, 45 km) · Muscatine Municipal Airport (5,500 ft, 54 km) · Galesburg Municipal Airport (5,792 ft, 57 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)
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Moline to Chicago.
Pets are welcome on every Moline–Chicago charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Demand on Moline–Chicago comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 51 min gate to gate over 224 km (139 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 Moline–Chicago charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Moline–Chicago charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Chicago to Moline runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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