Fly private between Nashville and Chicago from US$10,000 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Nashville (BNA) to Chicago (ORD), and from Chicago (ORD) back to Nashville (BNA).
The straight-line distance between Nashville and Chicago is about 659 km (410 miles), or 356 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Nashville–Chicago spans US$10,000 – US$25,000: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 19m | 1h 11m – 1h 27m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 15m | 1h 08m – 1h 23m | US$12,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 19m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 17m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 15m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 15m | US$12,500 – US$17,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 13m | US$14,000 – US$19,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 10m | US$15,000 – US$21,000 | 6-8 |
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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Nashville, United States: Nashville International Airport, Smyrna Airport, John C Tune Airport, Music City Executive Airport, Lebanon Municipal Airport and Springfield Robertson County 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 — Nashville: Nashville (BNA, KJWN); Chicago: Chicago (MDW, ORD), Chicago/West Chicago (DPA), Chicago/Romeoville (LOT), Gary (GYY), Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Wed, most often around 15:00 UTC.
Nashville→Chicago runs about 8 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Sat 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville → Chicago | 69 | 69 min | 60 min | Bombardier Challenger 350 (15), Embraer Phenom 300 (8), Hawker BEECHCRAFT Hawker 750/850 (7), Cessna Citation CJ3 (6) |
| Chicago → Nashville | 65 | 61 min | — | Embraer Phenom 300 (12), Bombardier Challenger (8), Cessna Citation Latitude (7), Bombardier Challenger 350 (5) |
134 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Nashville International Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KBNA / BNA | KORD / ORD |
| Longest hard runway | 11,030 ft | 13,000 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 599 ft | 680 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Nashville to Chicago can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Nashville International Airport has 11,030 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 659 km.
Alternates within range: Smyrna Airport (8,038 ft, 19 km) · John C Tune Airport (6,001 ft, 20 km) · Music City Executive Airport (6,300 ft, 37 km) · Lebanon Municipal Airport (5,000 ft, 33 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)
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Nashville to Chicago.
Travel Nashville–Chicago with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Nashville–Chicago is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$10,000 – US$25,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 19m gate to gate across the 659 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Nashville–Chicago departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Nashville–Chicago charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Chicago to Nashville runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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