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Scottsdale to Chicago
by private jet
Departing Scottsdale
Scottsdale is the desert oasis of choice for golfers, spa-goers, and snowbirds fleeing northern winters. More than 200 golf courses dot the Sonoran Desert landscape, while world-class resorts offer everything from wellness retreats to spring training baseball.
Arriving in Chicago
Chicago is the commercial heart of the Midwest—a city of broad shoulders, bold architecture, and serious business. From commodities trading in the Loop to manufacturing deals in the suburbs, Chicago connects America's coasts with its agricultural and industrial heartland.
Why fly private on
this route
The commercial experience
Scottsdale
Sky Harbor is 30 minutes from Scottsdale in light traffic, an hour in rush hour. Add terminal time and you've wasted half your vacation before seeing a fairway.
Chicago
O'Hare's weather delays are legendary—winter snowstorms and summer thunderstorms ripple cancellations nationwide. Midway is closer to downtown but cramped and chaotic.
The private advantage
From Scottsdale
Scottsdale Airport (SDL) drops you in the heart of resort country—minutes from the Phoenician, Four Seasons, and countless championship courses. No Phoenix traffic, no Sky Harbor crowds, just seamless transition to relaxation.
To Chicago
O'Hare is the nation's most delay-prone airport. Private aviation means departing from Chicago Executive (PWK) in Wheeling, where your biggest delay is waiting for your coffee. Perfect for day trips to coasts or quick hops to Detroit, Minneapolis, or Indianapolis.
Save hours, not just minutes
When you factor in airport arrival, security, boarding, deplaning, and ground transportation, private aviation saves 3-5 hours on each trip compared to commercial.
Popular for
this route
Escape the Chicago winter in under 3 hours
Airports we serve
Scottsdale, AZ
Scottsdale Airport (SDL) is ideal—a true private aviation facility surrounded by resorts and golf courses. Phoenix Deer Valley (DVT) offers an alternative for those heading to north Phoenix.
Chicago, IL
Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) offers the best combination of proximity to downtown (45 min) and efficient operations. DuPage Airport (DPA) serves the western suburbs.
Common questions
A private jet flight from Scottsdale to Chicago takes approximately 9.7 hrs depending on aircraft type. Light jets average 10.8 hours, while long-range jets can complete the journey in 8.6 hours.
Charter costs for Scottsdale to Chicago vary based on aircraft type and availability. Light jets start around $4,500/hour, midsize jets around $6,500/hour, and heavy jets around $8,500/hour. For a 9.7 hrs flight, total costs typically range from $15,000 to $50,000+.
For Scottsdale, popular private jet airports include SDL, PHX, DVT. In Chicago, private jets commonly use PWK, MDW, ORD. These airports offer FBO services with private terminals, expedited security, and premium amenities.
Yes, same-day charter is often available on this route. ReserveJets offers 24/7 booking with as little as 4 hours notice for our fleet aircraft. Availability depends on aircraft positioning, but this is a popular route with frequent options.
Escape the Chicago winter in under 3 hours This route is popular for golf trips, return journeys, spring training.
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