Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Palm Beach ➔ Chicago
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~6,420 km
Average flight time
~7h 50m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Palm Beach 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
Sector KPBI – KPWK is 1,857 km of direct routing, flown in 2h28 on a Falcon 2000LXS. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Palm Beach International (3213 m) and alternate fuel are validated. Onward helicopter transfer available to Centre Chicago.
Departure and arrival airports
Palm Beach International (KPBI)
On the departure side, Palm Beach International (KPBI) serves Palm Beach from 26.68°N / 80.10°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Signature / Atlantic Aviation PBI; 3213 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Palm Beach Island / Jupiter.
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
- 1,857 km · 1,003 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h28
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Signature / Atlantic Aviation PBI — Palm Beach International (KPBI / PBI)
- Arrival FBO
- Atlantic Aviation / Signature — Chicago Executive (KPWK / PWK)
- Departure runway
- 3213 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- 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 Palm Beach to Chicago?
About 2h28 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 1,857 km great-circle between KPBI and KPWK.
Which aircraft suits Palm Beach → 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 Palm Beach International?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Signature / Atlantic Aviation PBI.
What about customs and formalities?
Domestic sector: no customs, boarding possible up to 15 minutes before departure.