How to Book Empty Legs Fast: 7 Practical Tips
A short guide to getting the best empty leg deals: flexible dates, airport search, aircraft categories, and confirmation process.
1) Search by city, airport name, ICAO, or IATA. Major metro areas may have multiple airports, and empty legs often depart from business airports rather than the main hub.
2) Be flexible with timing. The best prices usually appear close to departure when the aircraft is repositioning.
3) Know your category. Light jets are great for short routes, super midsize for comfort and range, and heavy jets for longer missions.
4) Request, don’t guess. Empty legs can disappear quickly. Request the leg and confirm availability before making plans.
5) Plan a backup. Because empty legs depend on the original charter, they can change. If the trip is critical, consider a standard charter option as a fallback.
6) Ask about upgrades. Sometimes a better aircraft is available at a similar price due to repositioning needs.
7) Save your details. With a membership you can request faster and get preferred pricing when available.