Private Jet Charter Chicago to San Francisco

Fly privately from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), a 2,964 km (1,600 nm) flight, from 8h 30m in the fastest private jet. Estimated charter prices start around $15,000 all-in.

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Which private jet is right for Chicago to San Francisco?

Very Light JetsFuel stop
Seats
5-6
Flight
6h 21m
From
$18,500
e.g. Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 · HondaJet HA-420
Light JetsNon-stop
Seats
8-10
Flight
4h 37m
From
$16,100
e.g. Cessna Citation CJ3+ · Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2
Midsize JetsNon-stop
Seats
8-9
Flight
4h 32m
From
$20,700
e.g. Hawker 800XP · Hawker 850XP
Super Midsize JetsNon-stop
Seats
9-12
Flight
4h 27m
From
$31,900
e.g. Bombardier Challenger 3500 · Gulfstream G200
Heavy JetsNon-stop
Seats
9-16
Flight
4h 18m
From
$30,700
e.g. Gulfstream G450 · Gulfstream G500
Ultra Long RangeNon-stop
Seats
15-19
Flight
4h 02m
From
$46,400
e.g. Gulfstream G600 · Gulfstream G650ER
TurbopropsFuel stop
Seats
7-8
Flight
8h 30m
From
$15,000
e.g. Beechcraft King Air B200 · Pilatus PC-12 NGX

Category	Passengers	Flight Time	Routing	Est. Price	Typical Aircraft
Very Light Jets	5-6	6h 21m	Fuel stop	≈ $18,500	Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 · HondaJet HA-420
Light Jets	8-10	4h 37m	Non-stop	≈ $16,100	Cessna Citation CJ3+ · Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2
Midsize Jets	8-9	4h 32m	Non-stop	≈ $20,700	Hawker 800XP · Hawker 850XP
Super Midsize Jets	9-12	4h 27m	Non-stop	≈ $31,900	Bombardier Challenger 3500 · Gulfstream G200
Heavy Jets	9-16	4h 18m	Non-stop	≈ $30,700	Gulfstream G450 · Gulfstream G500
Ultra Long Range	15-19	4h 02m	Non-stop	≈ $46,400	Gulfstream G600 · Gulfstream G650ER
Turboprops	7-8	8h 30m	Fuel stop	≈ $15,000	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 San Francisco non-stop

77 of the 115 aircraft on JetsFly fly this 2,964 km route without a fuel stop. Prices are averages for the one-way flight, including crew, airport fees and taxes.

Dassault Falcon 10

Light Jets

7 seats 4h 30m

about $16,100 one way

Cessna Citation III

Midsize Jets

8 seats 4h 23m

about $20,700 one way

Cessna Citation X+

Heavy Jets

9 seats 3h 59m

about $30,700 one way

Hawker 4000

Super Midsize Jets

8 seats 4h 24m

about $31,900 one way

Gulfstream V

Ultra Long Range

14 seats 4h 21m

about $46,400 one way

Chicago to San Francisco in local time

Take off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) at 10:00 local time in a Bombardier Global 8000 and you land at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) at about 11:45 local time, after 3h 45m in the air. San Francisco is 2 hours behind Chicago.

Return flight: San Francisco 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

$4,030

per person · Dassault Falcon 10

5h door to door

Business class

$1,800

per person · typical flexible fare

7h 18m door to door

You save 2h 18m each, 9h 11m for the group. The jet costs $1,880 more per person, after your time saved.

Worth it from 8 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 San Francisco cost?

$15,000 – $46,400

one way, whole aircraft, all-in estimate

For the 2,964 km journey, the price depends on aircraft size and availability.
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 O'Hare International Airport's private terminal 15 minutes before take-off, not hours.
Land at San Francisco International Airport, closer to where you are going.
Fly when you want: your schedule decides, not the airline's.

DepartureChicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)Chicago, United States ArrivalSan Francisco International Airport (SFO)San Francisco, United States

Fastest flight time: 8h 30mUp to 19 passengers

Chicago to San Francisco, Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a private jet from Chicago to San Francisco cost?

Estimated charter prices for the 2,964 km flight from Chicago (ORD) to San Francisco (SFO) range from about $15,000 in the turboprops category to around $46,400 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 San Francisco by private jet?

Flight time depends on the aircraft: expect around 8h 30m in the fastest category, while smaller aircraft may need a fuel stop. Private terminals also save 1-2 hours versus airline check-in.

Which private jets can fly Chicago to San Francisco non-stop?

Light Jets, Midsize Jets, Super Midsize Jets, Heavy Jets, Ultra Long Range can typically fly this 2,964 km route non-stop. Typical aircraft include Cessna Citation CJ3+, Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2, Cessna Citation XLS+.

Can I book an empty leg from Chicago to San Francisco?

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.