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Destinations / IL / KPWK
Chicago is a premier private aviation destination, drawing charter clients with its unique combination of the midwest's aviation powerhouse. Whether arriving for business or leisure, private jet access provides the speed, convenience, and discretion that commercial airlines simply cannot match.
PWK serves as the primary gateway, with quality FBO services and efficient ground handling. The airport accommodates heavy, super-midsize, midsize aircraft, making it accessible for a range of mission profiles.
4 fields · primary KPWK
KPWKChicago Executive AirportChicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling · primary647 ft elev4 operators based
KMDWChicago Midway International AirportChicago · 21 nm from KPWK620 ft elev2 operators based
KDPADupage AirportChicago/West Chicago · 20 nm from KPWK759 ft elev1 operator based
KUGNWaukegan National AirportChicago/Waukegan · 19 nm from KPWK727 ft elevNo operators based7 based at the field · All operators
Peak May–Oct
Peak season in Chicago is May–Oct, strongest demand around spring and summer and fall. Book 2 to 4 weeks ahead in season. Slot and ramp space at KPWK tighten around holidays and major events.
Seasons
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One-way estimates with segment fee · quotes vary with dates and positioning
Popular routes into Chicago
Typical charter cost to Chicago
| From | Light jet | Super-mid | Heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York (Teterboro)677 nm | $9k to $14k | $13k to $18k | $18k to $30k |
| Los Angeles (Van Nuys)1631 nm | $18k to $29k | $24k to $36k | $34k to $58k |
| Dallas (Love Field)756 nm | $10k to $16k | $14k to $20k | $19k to $32k |
| Palm Beach1083 nm | $13k to $21k | $18k to $26k | $25k to $42k |
When KPWK is slot-restricted or weathered in
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