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KBUF — Buffalo Niagara International Airport

United StatesBuffalo

Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) in Buffalo, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 237 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $13,100.

237 live empty legs involving KBUF

Code
KBUF
Traffic
7.8/10
Runways
2
Longest
8,102 ft
Live legs
237

Empty-leg demand

Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) in Buffalo, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 145 outbound and 92 inbound across 237 live legs, according to EmptyJet.

Priced empty legs at KBUF center on a median ask of $13,100, with an observed range of $6,100–$77,700 (237 priced listings).

The busiest live corridors at KBUF are to KHWD (6), to KVNY (5), and from CYYC (3).

Cessna Citation Excel (Midsize Jet) dominates empty-leg capacity at KBUF, accounting for about 70% of live inventory (165 of 237 legs).

Key takeaways

  • KBUF: 237 live empty legs (145 out / 92 in), according to EmptyJet.
  • Median priced ask at KBUF: $13,100 (n=237).
  • Busiest corridor: to KHWD (6 legs).
  • Most common aircraft: Cessna Citation Excel (165 legs, ~70%).

Two-way empty-leg flow at KBUF creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 237 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.

Live empty-leg corridors

DirectionAirportLive listingsMedian ask
Outbound toKHWDHayward Executive Airport6$39,400
Outbound toKVNYVan Nuys Airport5$47,300
Inbound fromCYYCCalgary International Airport3$29,800
Inbound fromKOMAEppley Airfield3$12,700
Inbound fromOL19Stuart Mountain Airpark3$18,800
Inbound fromCYVRVancouver International Airport2$45,900

Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.

Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings

AircraftCategoryLive listings
Cessna Citation ExcelMidsize Jet165
Bombardier Challenger 300Super Midsize Jet9
Bombardier Challenger 604Heavy Jet9
Bombardier Challenger 650Heavy Jet9
Bombardier Challenger 605Heavy Jet6

Airport facts

IATA
BUF
ICAO
KBUF
City
Buffalo
Country
United States
Type
large airport
Elevation
728 ft
Timezone
America/New_York
Region
North America
Runways
2
Longest runway
8,102 ft
Traffic score
7.8 / 10
Official site
buffaloairport.com

Runways

RunwayLengthWidthSurfaceLighted
05/238,102 ft150 ftASPYes
14/327,161 ft150 ftASPYes

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FAQ

How active is KBUF for empty legs?

Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) has 237 live empty-leg listings — 145 departing and 92 arriving, according to EmptyJet.

What is a typical empty-leg price at KBUF?

The median ask at KBUF is $13,100 across 237 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.

Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KBUF?

The strongest live corridor at KBUF is to KHWD (Hayward Executive Airport), with 6 listings, according to EmptyJet.

Which aircraft fly empty legs at KBUF most often?

The Cessna Citation Excel, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KBUF, with 165 live listings (~70% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.

What is the airport code for Buffalo Niagara International Airport?

The primary code for Buffalo Niagara International Airport is KBUF.

Where is KBUF airport located?

Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) is in Buffalo, United States.

What is the ICAO code for BUF?

The ICAO code for Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) is KBUF.

What is the longest runway at KBUF?

The longest runway at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) is 8,102 ft.

Empty legs from this airport

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