Empty-leg hub
KDSM — Des Moines International Airport
United StatesDes Moines
Des Moines International Airport (KDSM) in Des Moines, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 166 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $21,100.
166 live empty legs involving KDSM
- Code
- KDSM
- Traffic
- 7.6/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 9,003 ft
- Live legs
- 166
Empty-leg demand
Des Moines International Airport (KDSM) in Des Moines, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 108 of 166 live legs (65%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at KDSM is led by Bombardier CRJ-200 (Regional Jet) (34 legs), with Cessna Citation Ultra, Cessna Citation Excel also active.
The busiest live corridors at KDSM are to KVNY (16), from KE63 (5), and from KBXK (4).
Priced empty legs at KDSM center on a median ask of $21,100, with an observed range of $1,500–$87,400 (166 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KDSM: 166 live empty legs (58 out / 108 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KDSM: $21,100 (n=166).
- Busiest corridor: to KVNY (16 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier CRJ-200 (34 legs, ~20%).
Inbound repositioning into KDSM creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 166 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 | $35,400 |
| Inbound from | KE63Gila Bend Municipal Airport | 5 | $24,600 |
| Inbound from | KBXKBuckeye Municipal Airport | 4 | $23,050 |
| Inbound from | KE25Wickenburg Municipal Airport | 4 | $22,900 |
| Outbound to | KHWDHayward Executive Airport | 4 | $26,100 |
| Inbound from | KSGUSt George Regional Airport | 4 | $19,550 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier CRJ-200 | Regional Jet | 34 |
| Cessna Citation Ultra | Light Jet | 25 |
| Cessna Citation Excel | Midsize Jet | 12 |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Midsize Jet | 12 |
| Dassault Falcon 900B | Large Jet | 10 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- DSM
- ICAO
- KDSM
- City
- Des Moines
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 958 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 9,003 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.6 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 9,003 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 13/31 | 9,001 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KDSM for empty legs?
Des Moines International Airport (KDSM) has 166 live empty-leg listings — 58 departing and 108 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KDSM?
The median ask at KDSM is $21,100 across 166 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KDSM?
The strongest live corridor at KDSM is to KVNY (Van Nuys Airport), with 16 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KDSM most often?
The Bombardier CRJ-200, a Regional Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KDSM, with 34 live listings (~20% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Des Moines International Airport?
The primary code for Des Moines International Airport is KDSM.
Where is KDSM airport located?
Des Moines International Airport (KDSM) is in Des Moines, United States.
What is the ICAO code for DSM?
The ICAO code for Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is KDSM.
What is the longest runway at KDSM?
The longest runway at Des Moines International Airport (KDSM) is 9,003 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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