Empty-leg hub
KDPA — Dupage Airport
United StatesChicago/West Chicago
Dupage Airport (KDPA) in Chicago/West Chicago, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 155 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $23,800.
155 live empty legs involving KDPA
- Code
- KDPA
- Traffic
- 7.4/10
- Runways
- 4
- Longest
- 7,570 ft
- Live legs
- 155
Empty-leg demand
Dupage Airport (KDPA) in Chicago/West Chicago, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 63 outbound and 92 inbound across 155 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KDPA center on a median ask of $23,800, with an observed range of $7,100–$83,300 (155 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at KDPA are to KVNY (16), from KBXK (6), and from KE25 (6).
Aircraft mix at KDPA is led by Pilatus PC-24 (Light Jet) (34 legs), with Bombardier Challenger 604, Gulfstream G550 also active.
Key takeaways
- KDPA: 155 live empty legs (63 out / 92 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KDPA: $23,800 (n=155).
- Busiest corridor: to KVNY (16 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Pilatus PC-24 (34 legs, ~22%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KDPA creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 155 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 | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 16 | $40,000 |
| Inbound from | KBXKBuckeye Municipal Airport | 6 | $30,250 |
| Inbound from | KE25Wickenburg Municipal Airport | 6 | $30,000 |
| Inbound from | KE63Gila Bend Municipal Airport | 6 | $30,450 |
| Inbound from | KSGUSt George Regional Airport | 6 | $29,300 |
| Outbound to | KHWDHayward Executive Airport | 4 | $29,200 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-24 | Light Jet | 34 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 18 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 11 |
| Dassault Falcon 900B | Large Jet | 10 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 9 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- DPA
- ICAO
- KDPA
- City
- Chicago/West Chicago
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 759 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 4
- Longest runway
- 7,570 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.4 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- dupageairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02L/20R | 7,570 ft | 100 ft | CON | Yes |
| 02R/20L | 5,100 ft | 100 ft | CON | Yes |
| 10/28 | 4,751 ft | 75 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 15/33 | 3,401 ft | 100 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KDPA for empty legs?
Dupage Airport (KDPA) has 155 live empty-leg listings — 63 departing and 92 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KDPA?
The median ask at KDPA is $23,800 across 155 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KDPA?
The strongest live corridor at KDPA is to KVNY (Van Nuys Airport), with 16 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KDPA most often?
The Pilatus PC-24, a Light Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KDPA, with 34 live listings (~22% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Dupage Airport?
The primary code for Dupage Airport is KDPA.
Where is KDPA airport located?
Dupage Airport (KDPA) is in Chicago/West Chicago, United States.
What is the ICAO code for DPA?
The ICAO code for Dupage Airport (DPA) is KDPA.
What is the longest runway at KDPA?
The longest runway at Dupage Airport (KDPA) is 7,570 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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