18Nov
Wed
Hawker 125-700/800/850/900 Midsize jet, 8 seats
US$ 5,990
whole aircraft
Private jet from Miami to Chicago
We have seen 3 empty legs from Miami to Chicago, from US$ 5,990. A full charter is estimated at US$ 16,600–33,200. 1,042 nm, about 2h46 in the air.
- Distance
- 1,042 nm
- Flight time
- 2h46
- Typical empty leg, midsize jet
- US$ 6,790
- One-way charter, midsize jet
- US$ 33,200
Published flights
19Dec
Sat
Embraer Legacy 450/Praetor 500 Midsize jet, 8 seats
US$ 24,690
whole aircraft
Empty legs seen on this route
- Flights seen
- 3
- Lowest price
- US$ 5,990
- Median price
- US$ 6,790
- Latest flight
- 26 Nov 2026
Earlier flights
| 26 Nov 2026 | Hawker 125-700/800/850/900 | US$ 6,790 |
Prices are for the whole aircraft, converted to US dollars. Data from the public listings jetvega tracks.
What a full charter costs
| Class | Time | Hour | Charter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Very light jet, 4 seats | 3h28 | US$ 3,600 | US$ 12,500–US$ 25,000 |
| Light jet, 7 seats | 2h53 | US$ 4,800 | US$ 13,800–US$ 27,600 |
| Midsize jet, 8 seats | 2h46 | US$ 6,000 | US$ 16,600–US$ 33,200 |
| Super-midsize jet, 9 seats | 2h40 | US$ 7,500 | US$ 20,000–US$ 40,000 |
An empty leg on this route had a median price of US$ 6,790, against US$ 33,200 for a full charter on a midsize jet: about 80% less.
An estimate, not an offer: flight hours at the typical speed of the class × the average hourly rate. The lower figure applies when the aircraft is already in town; the higher one includes the aircraft flying back empty, which is how a one-way trip is usually priced. Airport fees not included.
Airports in Miami
- Miami International Airport MIA0 km from the centre
- Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport FLL34 km from the centre
- Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport OPF12 km from the centre
- Miami Executive Airport TMB22 km from the centre
- North Perry Airport HWO23 km from the centre
Airports in Chicago
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport ORD0 km from the centre
- Chicago Midway International Airport MDW25 km from the centre
- Chicago Executive Airport PWK15 km from the centre
- Dupage Airport DPA30 km from the centre
- Gary/Chicago International Airport GYY57 km from the centre
Questions
How much is a private jet from Miami to Chicago?
A full charter runs about US$ 16,600–33,200 on a midsize jet (estimate). Empty legs on this route have been listed from US$ 5,990, with a median of US$ 6,790.
How long is the flight from Miami to Chicago?
It is 1,042 nautical miles (1,930 km): about 2h46 on a midsize jet, including take-off and landing.
Which aircraft fly Miami → Chicago?
Non-stop: very light jet (4 seats), light jet (7 seats), midsize jet (8 seats), super-midsize jet (9 seats). Seen on this route: Hawker 125-700/800/850/900, Embraer Legacy 450/Praetor 500.
Are there empty legs from Miami to Chicago right now?
Yes, 2 listed now, from US$ 5,990. They are at the top of this page.
Which airports do the flights use?
In Miami: Miami International Airport (MIA), Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL), Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport (OPF). In Chicago: Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago Executive Airport (PWK). Business jets often use smaller airports closer to where you are going.
What about the way back, Chicago to Miami?
The return route has its own page, with 2 empty legs seen. Asking for a round trip in one request is usually cheaper than two one-way flights.
What is an empty leg?
It is a flight with no passengers on board: after dropping off a client the aircraft returns to base or repositions for the next trip. The operator sells that leg at a discount rather than fly it empty.