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Take the captain's seat

inside our flight simulators

Our flight simulator in Chicago

Always dreamed of flying? At AviaSim USA, experience being a pilot for a day—solo or with a friend!

Our flight simulator in Chicago

About our AviaSim Chicago center

  • Simulator Details: AviaSim Chicago is part of AviaSim USA, the largest network of flight simulators open to the public in America, and our Itasca center is equipped with a full-scale Airbus A320 replica cockpit, providing a realistic and immersive flight experience.
  • Arrival Instructions: We recommend arriving 15 minutes before your scheduled session to allow time for restroom breaks and check-in.
  • Getting Here & Parking: Our simulator is located inside the Eaglewood Resort & Spa in Itasca, which has a large on-site parking lot, subject to the resort’s own terms. AviaSim does not manage parking.
  • Extend Your Flight: Eaglewood Resort & Spa also offers overnight stays, a championship golf course, a full-service spa, bowling and several dining options, an easy way to turn your session into a weekend. Bookings and rates are handled directly by the resort.
  • No Experience Needed: Since 2012, AviaSim has welcomed more than 200,000 flyers into the captain’s seat, guided by a professional flight instructor. Every AviaSim location is a permanent, year-round center, and sessions are open to anyone, with no previous flying knowledge required.

Our best packages

  • Discovery Package
    Best Seller
    $179.00

    Discovery Package

    Discover
    60 min
    1 Person

    Our most popular gift: take the controls of an airliner and fly it yourself, from takeoff to touchdown.

  • Duo Package
    Fly Together
    $219.00

    Duo Package

    Discover
    60 min
    2 People

    Share the cockpit for an experience to remember. Make it a date, a challenge between friends, or an unforgettable moment with your kid.

  • Fear of flying Therapy
    1-on-1 Coaching
    $389.00

    Fear of flying Therapy

    Discover
    1 day
    1 Person

    Take back control of your fear. A proven mix of theory and real simulator practice, with a 97% success rate.

The AviaSim Experience

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a pilot? With one hand gripping the throttle and the other guiding the controls, your aircraft surges forward as you take off toward any destination you choose. Once you reach cruising altitude, take in sweeping views and feel the freedom of flight. But stay focused… the landing is just ahead!

Take a look inside our flight simulators

  • A true-to-life, fully enclosed cockpit
  • A skilled flight instructor by your side to guide the entire experience
  • Immersive 180-degree visuals that bring landscapes to life
  • Access to 24,000 departure and arrival airports, including 40 in high resolution at no extra charge
  • Comfortably seats up to five people — pilots, guests, and your instructor
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Looking to gift a flying experience?

At AviaSim USA, you don’t have to provide your loved one’s details when making a purchase. Just share the boarding pass you get after checkout—it includes everything they need to schedule their flight through our online booking system. They can pick the date and time that suits them best. The boarding pass is valid for three years, and the price is never displayed.

Trusted by Thousands of Flyers​

★★★★★ 4.7 on Google · Trusted by 200,000+ flyers worldwide since 2012
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Sean M. Verified

“Awesome experience. Wife and I had an absolute blast. We haven't stopped talking about it since we did the sim a few days ago. We'll definitely do this again.”

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Avril S. Verified

“The simulation cockpit is exactly like a real one and the pilot explains the instruments, knobs, levers, and dials. You can also pick anywhere in the world to fly around!”

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Anthony F. Verified

“This was a birthday present for my father (over 70). It was a great surprise and a great chance for the two of us to do something different. Highly recommend the experience.”

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Lindsey L. Verified

“My son just turned 10 and did this to celebrate his birthday with one of his friends. It was incredible. The pilot was patient and friendly, and the boys loved every minute.”