Empty-leg hub
CYOW — Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
CanadaOttawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (CYOW) in Ottawa, Canada is a two-way empty-leg hub with 610 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $29,600.
610 live empty legs involving CYOW
- Code
- CYOW
- Traffic
- 7.7/10
- Runways
- 3
- Longest
- 10,000 ft
- Live legs
- 610
Empty-leg demand
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (CYOW) in Ottawa, Canada sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 387 outbound and 223 inbound across 610 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at CYOW center on a median ask of $29,600, with an observed range of $3,932–$106,700 (610 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at CYOW are to CYYZ (6), to KVNY (6), and from KBXK (5).
Bombardier Challenger 605 (Heavy Jet) dominates empty-leg capacity at CYOW, accounting for about 63% of live inventory (383 of 610 legs).
Key takeaways
- CYOW: 610 live empty legs (387 out / 223 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at CYOW: $29,600 (n=610).
- Busiest corridor: to CYYZ (6 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Challenger 605 (383 legs, ~63%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at CYOW creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 610 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.
Live empty-leg corridors
| Direction | Airport | Live listings | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outbound to | CYYZToronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport | 6 | $6,614 |
| Outbound to | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 6 | $54,500 |
| Inbound from | KBXKBuckeye Municipal Airport | 5 | $42,500 |
| Inbound from | KE25Wickenburg Municipal Airport | 5 | $42,300 |
| Inbound from | KE63Gila Bend Municipal Airport | 5 | $42,800 |
| Inbound from | KSGUSt George Regional Airport | 5 | $41,300 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Challenger 605 | Heavy Jet | 383 |
| Bombardier Global 5000 | Ultra Long Range | 161 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 18 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 6 |
| Bombardier Global 6500 | Ultra Long Range | 6 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- YOW
- ICAO
- CYOW
- City
- Ottawa
- Country
- Canada
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 374 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 10,000 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.7 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- yow.ca
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 10,000 ft | 200 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 07/25 | 8,000 ft | 200 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 04/22 | 3,300 ft | 75 ft | ASP | No |
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FAQ
How active is CYOW for empty legs?
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (CYOW) has 610 live empty-leg listings — 387 departing and 223 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at CYOW?
The median ask at CYOW is $29,600 across 610 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at CYOW?
The strongest live corridor at CYOW is to CYYZ (Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport), with 6 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at CYOW most often?
The Bombardier Challenger 605, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at CYOW, with 383 live listings (~63% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport?
The primary code for Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is CYOW.
Where is CYOW airport located?
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (CYOW) is in Ottawa, Canada.
What is the ICAO code for YOW?
The ICAO code for Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is CYOW.
What is the longest runway at CYOW?
The longest runway at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (CYOW) is 10,000 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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