Private aviation includes several different ways to travel. Whole-aircraft charter, jet cards, shared flights and empty legs have different pricing and booking rules. Start by deciding whether you need a specific itinerary or can work around a published flight.
Whole-aircraft charter
You request an aircraft for your group and itinerary. Ask for a quote based on the actual dates, passengers, luggage and airport preferences. The provider must confirm aircraft and operator availability before the trip is booked.
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Jet cards and ongoing programs
A card or membership sets out how you can access flights under a continuing agreement. Compare the total commitment, availability rules, notice periods and cancellation terms against the trips you expect to take.
Shared and scheduled flights
A seat on a shared flight is a different purchase from a charter of the whole aircraft. Confirm who operates the flight, the departure airport, baggage limits, schedule, change rules and whether the advertised price is per seat or for a group. AirChicago does not publish a current scheduled seat service.
Empty-leg opportunities
An empty leg is associated with an aircraft repositioning without its primary passengers. It may suit flexible plans, but its route, timing and continuation can depend on another itinerary. Check written cancellation and backup arrangements before relying on it.
Match the request to your trip
| Need | Include in your inquiry |
|---|---|
| Business itinerary | Meeting locations, required arrival time, return timing and onboard work needs. |
| Family or leisure trip | Passenger count, children’s needs, luggage and preferred ground transfer. |
| Travel with pets | Pet size and number, cabin requirements and destination paperwork questions. |
| Multiple stops | Every leg and its dates, including time spent at each stop. |
What AirChicago provides
AirChicago provides private aviation planning information and access to a charter quote portal. We do not own or operate aircraft, take flight payments or confirm aircraft availability. The provider’s written terms govern any booking.
Your next flight
Make your next trip a private one.
Enter your route, dates and passenger count to request charter pricing.