Austin (AUS) to Chicago (PWK) covers 856 nautical miles - 986 miles or 1,586 km.
| Jet class | Typical cruise speed | Estimated flight time range |
|---|---|---|
| Light jet Seats about 6-8. Examples: Phenom 300, Citation CJ3, Learjet 75. | 400-460 kt | 2 hr 10 min - 2 hr 35 min |
| Midsize jet Seats about 8-9. Examples: Citation XLS, Hawker 800XP, Learjet 60. | 430-490 kt | 2 hr 05 min - 2 hr 25 min |
| Heavy jet Seats about 12-16. Examples: Gulfstream G550, Challenger 650, Falcon 900. | 470-530 kt | 1 hr 55 min - 2 hr 15 min |
Each range runs from a fast jet in the class flying the direct great-circle route to a slower jet in the class on a route about 5% longer, plus about 20 minutes for taxi, climb and descent. Winds, routing and fuel stops are not modeled. When the distance exceeds typical nonstop range, no total-time estimate is given for that class.
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Austin: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - Austin's main airport, with full FBO services for private jets.
Chicago: Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) - a dedicated business-aviation airport north of Chicago, avoiding O'Hare congestion.