Private Jet Charter Chicago to Columbia

Fly privately from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU), a 502 km (271 nm) flight, from 1h 36m in the fastest private jet. Estimated charter prices start around $3,000 all-in.

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Aircraft Options

Which private jet is right for Chicago to Columbia?

Very Light JetsNon-stop
Seats
5-6
Flight
1h 14m
From
$4,200
e.g. Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 · HondaJet HA-420
Light JetsNon-stop
Seats
8-10
Flight
1h 07m
From
$4,300
e.g. Cessna Citation CJ3+ · Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2
Midsize JetsNon-stop
Seats
8-9
Flight
1h 06m
From
$6,000
e.g. Hawker 800XP · Hawker 850XP
Super Midsize JetsNon-stop
Seats
9-12
Flight
1h 05m
From
$11,600
e.g. Bombardier Challenger 3500 · Gulfstream G200
Heavy JetsNon-stop
Seats
9-16
Flight
1h 04m
From
$12,000
e.g. Gulfstream G450 · Gulfstream G500
Ultra Long RangeNon-stop
Seats
15-19
Flight
1h 01m
From
$22,400
e.g. Gulfstream G600 · Gulfstream G650ER
TurbopropsNon-stop
Seats
7-8
Flight
1h 36m
From
$3,000
e.g. Beechcraft King Air B200 · Pilatus PC-12 NGX

Category	Passengers	Flight Time	Routing	Est. Price	Typical Aircraft
Very Light Jets	5-6	1h 14m	Non-stop	≈ $4,200	Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 · HondaJet HA-420
Light Jets	8-10	1h 07m	Non-stop	≈ $4,300	Cessna Citation CJ3+ · Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2
Midsize Jets	8-9	1h 06m	Non-stop	≈ $6,000	Hawker 800XP · Hawker 850XP
Super Midsize Jets	9-12	1h 05m	Non-stop	≈ $11,600	Bombardier Challenger 3500 · Gulfstream G200
Heavy Jets	9-16	1h 04m	Non-stop	≈ $12,000	Gulfstream G450 · Gulfstream G500
Ultra Long Range	15-19	1h 01m	Non-stop	≈ $22,400	Gulfstream G600 · Gulfstream G650ER
Turboprops	7-8	1h 36m	Non-stop	≈ $3,000	Beechcraft King Air B200 · Pilatus PC-12 NGX

Prices are all-in market estimates (crew, pilots, standard fees). Final price on request, tailored to your dates and aircraft.

From our fleet

Aircraft that fly Chicago to Columbia non-stop

115 of the 115 aircraft on JetsFly fly this 502 km route without a fuel stop. Prices are averages for the one-way flight, including crew, airport fees and taxes.

Piper PA-31 Chieftain

Turboprops

7 seats 1h 53m

about $3,000 one way

Cessna Citation Mustang

Very Light Jets

4 seats 1h 20m

about $4,200 one way

Cessna Citation I/SP

Light Jets

5 seats 1h 18m

about $4,300 one way

Rockwell Sabreliner 60

Midsize Jets

7 seats 1h 05m

about $6,000 one way

Hawker 4000

Super Midsize Jets

8 seats 1h 05m

about $11,600 one way

Gulfstream II

Heavy Jets

12 seats 1h 06m

about $12,000 one way

Chicago to Columbia in local time

Take off from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) at 10:00 local time in a Bombardier Global 8000 and you land at Columbia Regional Airport (COU) at about 10:58 local time, after 58m in the air. Columbia is on the same time as Chicago.

Return flight: Columbia to Chicago

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True cost

Private jet vs business class

Per person, with the hours you save door to door.

Travellers

Your time is worth

Private jet

$1,050

per person · Cessna Citation Mustang

1h 50m door to door

Business class

$650

per person · typical flexible fare

4h 9m door to door

You save 2h 18m each, 9h 13m for the group. The jet costs $50 more per person, after your time saved.

Worth it from 5 travellers.

Jet: our average one-way price for the cheapest jet that seats your group. Airline: typical business fare for the distance, plus about 3 hours at airports.

Cost

How much does a private jet from Chicago to Columbia cost?

$3,000 – $22,400

one way, whole aircraft, all-in estimate

For the 502 km journey, the price depends on aircraft size and availability.
Very Light Jets and larger fly the route non-stop.
Empty legs on this routing can cut costs by up to 75% when the timing aligns.

Why fly this route privately?

Arrive at Chicago Midway International Airport's private terminal 15 minutes before take-off, not hours.
Land at Columbia Regional Airport, closer to where you are going.
Fly when you want: your schedule decides, not the airline's.

DepartureChicago Midway International Airport (MDW)Chicago, United States ArrivalColumbia Regional Airport (COU)Columbia, United States

Fastest flight time: 1h 36mUp to 19 passengers

Chicago to Columbia, Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a private jet from Chicago to Columbia cost?

Estimated charter prices for the 502 km flight from Chicago (MDW) to Columbia (COU) range from about $3,000 in the turboprops category to around $22,400 for ultra long range, all-in including crew and standard fees. Request a formal quote for an exact price for your dates.

How long is the flight from Chicago to Columbia by private jet?

Flight time depends on the aircraft: expect around 1h 36m in the fastest category. Private terminals also save 1-2 hours versus airline check-in.

Which private jets can fly Chicago to Columbia non-stop?

Very Light Jets, Light Jets, Midsize Jets, Super Midsize Jets, Heavy Jets, Ultra Long Range, Turboprops can typically fly this 502 km route non-stop. Typical aircraft include Cirrus Vision Jet SF50, HondaJet HA-420, Embraer Phenom 100EV.

Can I book an empty leg from Chicago to Columbia?

Empty leg flights occasionally become available on popular routings and can save up to 75%. Check our empty legs page or request a quote and we'll alert you when one matches your route.