Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Miami ➔ Chicago
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,920 km
Average flight time
~2h 20m
Recommended aircraft
Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Miami and Chicago aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Chartering privately between Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF) and Chicago Executive (KPWK) removes connections entirely: 1,931 km non-stop in 2h33. Departure handling is provided by Fontainebleau Aviation; the 1554 m arrival runway at Chicago Executive drives aircraft selection. On this short sector a Falcon 2000LXS is the best cost / block-time compromise.
Departure and arrival airports
Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF)
On the departure side, Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF) serves Miami from 25.91°N / 80.28°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Fontainebleau Aviation; 2438 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to South Beach / Star Island.
Chicago Executive (KPWK)
On the arrival side, Chicago Executive (KPWK) serves Chicago from 42.11°N / 87.90°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Atlantic Aviation / Signature; 1554 m — light to midsize jets, payload-limited on hot days. Helicopter onward leg to Centre Chicago.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,931 km · 1,043 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h33
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Fontainebleau Aviation — Miami Opa-Locka (KOPF / OPF)
- Arrival FBO
- Atlantic Aviation / Signature — Chicago Executive (KPWK / PWK)
- Departure runway
- 2438 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 1554 m — light to midsize jets, payload-limited on hot days
- Onward helicopter
- Centre Chicago
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
Domestic sector: no customs, boarding possible up to 15 minutes before departure.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Miami to Chicago?
About 2h33 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 1,931 km great-circle between KOPF and KPWK.
Which aircraft suits Miami → Chicago?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 1554 m — light to midsize jets, payload-limited on hot days.
How fast can we depart from Miami Opa-Locka?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Fontainebleau Aviation.
What about customs and formalities?
Domestic sector: no customs, boarding possible up to 15 minutes before departure.