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Private Jet Charter Chicago
Chicago is the financial hub of the Midwest, and TriStar sources whole-aircraft charter options through Chicago Midway — closer to the Loop than O'Hare, with fast FBO access. Airport and aircraft availability are checked for your exact departure time. You receive an all-in quote for approval before booking.
Routes & pricing
Popular routes to & from Chicago
Cabin-class planning estimates for this route, shown for comparison rather than as live aircraft offers. The final all-in quote is confirmed for the requested date, airports and aircraft.
| Route | Distance | Flight time | Planning estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago → AtlantaMDW → PDK | 502 nm | ~2 h 25 min | $8,300Piston |
| Chicago → New YorkMDW → TEB | 619 nm | ~2 h 55 min | $9,800Piston |
| Chicago → DallasMDW → DAL | 690 nm | ~3 h 15 min | $10,800Piston |
| Chicago → BostonMDW → BOS | 746 nm | ~2 h 30 min | $14,100Turboprop |
| Chicago → HoustonMDW → HOU | 815 nm | ~2 h 45 min | $15,100Turboprop |
| Chicago → MiamiMDW → OPF | 1,023 nm | ~3 h 25 min | $18,100Turboprop |
Airport intelligence
Chicago — Chicago Midway (MDW)
Chicago Midway handles 4 runways, the longest 6,522 ft. Closer to the loop than o'hare, with fast fbo access.
Runways
4longest 6,522 ft of concreteMax aircraft
Heavy6,522 ft handles midsize and heavy jetsElevation
620 ftChicago Midway International AirportFBOs
2Signature Aviation, Atlantic AviationChoosing your airport
6 private jet airports serve Chicago
Distances are measured from the Chicago city centre. Runway length determines the largest cabin that can operate — the shortest fields are light-jet only.
| Airport | From centre | Longest runway | Largest jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Midway International Airport KMDW / MDW | 8 nm | 6,522 ft 4 runways · concrete | Midsize Midsize jets; heavy jets with payload limits |
| Chicago O'Hare International Airport KORD / ORD | 14 nm | 13,000 ft 8 runways · concrete | Heavy Heavy jets (Gulfstream, Falcon) at full range |
| Gary Chicago International Airport KGYY / GYY | 18 nm | 8,859 ft 2 runways · asphalt | Heavy Heavy jets (Gulfstream, Falcon) at full range |
| Lewis University Airport KLOT / LOT | 26 nm | 6,500 ft 2 runways · concrete | Midsize Midsize jets; heavy jets with payload limits |
| Dupage Airport KDPA / DPA | 28 nm | 7,571 ft 4 runways · concrete | Heavy Heavy jets (Gulfstream, Falcon) at full range |
| Waukegan Regional Airport KUGN / UGN | 34 nm | 6,001 ft 2 runways · asphalt | Midsize Midsize jets; heavy jets with payload limits |
Chicago Midway International Airport is closest to the centre at 8 nm; Chicago O'Hare International Airport has the longest runway at 13,000 ft, so it is the safe choice for heavy jets or full payload.
Runways at Chicago Midway International Airport
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13L/31R | 6,522 ft | 150 ft wide | Concrete | Lit |
| 04R/22L | 6,445 ft | 150 ft wide | Paved | Lit |
| 04L/22R | 5,507 ft | 150 ft wide | Asphalt | Lit |
| 13R/31L | 3,859 ft | 60 ft wide | Concrete | Lit |
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Live empty legs around Chicago
Repositioning flights can be priced below on-demand charter because the route and timing are fixed. Inventory updates daily.
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How booking works
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Contract and payment are handled digitally. Catering, cars, transfers and customs are arranged by your concierge.
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