Two Great Lakes business capitals, a short cross-border flight apart, used heavily by finance, manufacturing and sports teams. In Chicago, Midway (MDW) is close to downtown and the Loop, and Chicago Executive (PWK) suits the northern suburbs. Every passenger needs a passport, and you clear US Customs and Border Protection on arrival. We check that customs is available at the arrival airport for your time when we quote.
| Airport | IATA / ICAO | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto Pearson International | YYZ / CYYZ | departure · 696 km to MDW | Toronto's main jet airport in Mississauga; mixed traffic with private terminals. Downtown Billy Bishop City Airport does not accept jets, only turboprops. |
| Chicago Midway International | MDW / KMDW | arrival | Close-in airport on Chicago's South Side, about ten miles from the Loop; mixed traffic and a common choice for private flights to the city. |
| Chicago Executive | PWK / KPWK | arrival · 696 km from YYZ | General aviation airport in Wheeling, north of Chicago; suits the North Shore and northern suburbs, with no scheduled airline service. |
Source: OurAirports, great-circle.
| Class | Example (published range) | Verdict for 696 km | Estimated time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light jet | Phenom 300 (3,650 km) | Non-stop | 1 h 15 |
| Midsize jet | Citation XLS+ (3,889 km) | Non-stop | 1 h 10 |
| Ultra-long-range jet | Global 6000, Falcon 8X, Gulfstream G650 (11,112 km) | Non-stop | 1 h 05 |
Rule: non-stop needs 15% range margin. Times are estimates.
6-8 passengers, 3,650 km of published range: 5.2 times this route.
See the aircraft ›9-12 passengers, 7,408 km of published range: 10.6 times this route.
See the aircraft ›13-19 passengers, 13,890 km of published range: 20.0 times this route.
See the aircraft ›| When | What happens | Our advice |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays all year | Business travel, often same-day returns. | Book both legs together and tell us the customs arrival time you need. |
| Winter | Lake-effect snow and wind at both ends can cause delays. | Allow slack in the schedule. |
Your dates and group size for Chicago.