Empty Leg Flights
Empty legs are discounted private jet routes that operate anyway to reposition an aircraft. If you can be flexible, you can often secure dramatic savings—sometimes up to 70% off.
What Is an Empty Leg?
Simple Definition
An empty leg is a private jet flight that must operate to reposition an aircraft—often to pick up the next booking— and would otherwise fly with no passengers.
Why It Exists
Private jets frequently move between airports to meet their next assignment. That repositioning flight is unavoidable, so operators sometimes release seats at heavily reduced pricing.
Who It’s Best For
Empty legs are ideal for clients who can move quickly and flex on departure times, airports or routing. The more flexible you are, the more you save.
Key point: empty legs are not “scheduled flights.” They are opportunistic availability created by aircraft repositioning.
Why Empty Legs Can Be Up to 70% Off
The Jet Must Move Anyway
Repositioning is a fixed operational requirement. Discounting helps offset costs while still moving the aircraft to its next destination.
Supply Appears Suddenly
Empty legs often become available on short notice—when schedules shift, bookings change, or aircraft rotate. That creates time-sensitive pricing.
Pricing Is Route Dependent
Discounts vary by aircraft class, demand, airport fees, handling and positioning constraints. Some legs offer modest savings; others are massive.
How Booking Works
Step 1: Tell Us Your Flexibility
Share your preferred window, passenger count, luggage needs, and whether you can depart from alternate airports.
Step 2: We Match Available Legs
We check current empty leg availability and coordinate feasibility with operational partners for the best match.
Step 3: Confirm & Secure Your Slot
Once confirmed, you receive the details and next steps. Empty legs are first-come, first-served, so speed matters.
Tip: If you can move quickly (same-day / next-day), you’ll access the deepest discounts.
Rules & Common Limitations
Fixed Route & Window
Empty legs typically have set airports and a narrow departure window. Flexibility improves your match rate.
Subject to Schedule Changes
Because empty legs are tied to operational schedules, timing can change. We update you immediately if anything shifts.
Baggage & Pets
Limits depend on aircraft type and operator. If you have extra luggage or pets, tell us early so we can confirm feasibility.
Identity & Compliance
Standard travel identification may be required. Operator and airport procedures still apply, even on discounted legs.
How to Get the Best Empty Leg Deals
Be Flexible
Alternate airports, broader time windows, and flexible destinations open up the strongest discounts.
Move Fast
Empty legs are time-sensitive. If you can confirm quickly, you secure the best opportunities before they disappear.
Pack Light
Smaller baggage requirements make it easier to fit available aircraft types and improve your acceptance rate.
Tell Us Your “Must-Haves”
Priority needs (medical, mobility, children, pets) should be stated upfront so we only propose feasible options.
Best strategy: share your ideal route, plus 1–2 acceptable alternatives. That’s the fastest path to a confirmed empty leg.
Empty Leg FAQs
What is an empty leg flight?
An empty leg is a private jet flight that operates to reposition an aircraft. Because the plane must move anyway, it may be offered at a large discount.
How much can I save?
Savings vary by route and timing. Discounts can be significant and may reach up to 70% off standard charter pricing on certain legs.
Why is it discounted?
The aircraft must reposition regardless. Selling seats helps offset operating costs while the jet moves to its next assignment.
Are empty legs flexible?
Usually less flexible than full charters. They tend to have fixed airports and departure windows. Your flexibility increases deal options.
Can I change the route?
Generally no. Empty legs are tied to the operator’s schedule. If you need custom routing, a full charter is typically required.
What about baggage and pets?
Limits depend on aircraft. Tell us luggage size/weight and pet details upfront so we can match feasible options.
How quickly do empty legs sell?
Fast. Availability can appear and disappear within hours. If you can confirm quickly, you’re more likely to secure the best pricing.
Are empty legs safe?
They use the same aviation standards and operator procedures as other private flights. Safety and compliance processes still apply.