Empty-leg hub
KMDW — Chicago Midway International Airport
United StatesChicago
Chicago Midway International Airport (KMDW) in Chicago, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 126 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $25,450.
126 live empty legs involving KMDW
- Code
- KMDW
- Traffic
- 8.8/10
- Runways
- 5
- Longest
- 6,522 ft
- Live legs
- 126
Empty-leg demand
Chicago Midway International Airport (KMDW) in Chicago, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 87 of 126 live legs (69%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at KMDW is led by Bombardier Challenger 604 (Heavy Jet) (16 legs), with Dassault Falcon 900B, Gulfstream G550 also active.
The busiest live corridors at KMDW are to KVNY (16), from KBXK (4), and from KE25 (4).
Priced empty legs at KMDW center on a median ask of $25,450, with an observed range of $2,400–$83,000 (126 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KMDW: 126 live empty legs (39 out / 87 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KMDW: $25,450 (n=126).
- Busiest corridor: to KVNY (16 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Challenger 604 (16 legs, ~13%).
Inbound repositioning into KMDW creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 126 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 | $40,400 |
| Inbound from | KBXKBuckeye Municipal Airport | 4 | $34,450 |
| Inbound from | KE25Wickenburg Municipal Airport | 4 | $34,200 |
| Inbound from | KE63Gila Bend Municipal Airport | 4 | $34,750 |
| Outbound to | KHWDHayward Executive Airport | 4 | $29,550 |
| Inbound from | KLNKLincoln Airport | 4 | $8,100 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 16 |
| Dassault Falcon 900B | Large Jet | 11 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 11 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 9 |
| Gulfstream GIV-SP | Heavy Jet | 7 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- MDW
- ICAO
- KMDW
- City
- Chicago
- Country
- United States
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 620 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 5
- Longest runway
- 6,522 ft
- Traffic score
- 8.8 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- flychicago.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13C/31C | 6,522 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 04R/22L | 6,446 ft | 150 ft | PEM | Yes |
| 04L/22R | 5,507 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 13L/31R | 5,141 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 13R/31L | 3,859 ft | 60 ft | CON | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KMDW for empty legs?
Chicago Midway International Airport (KMDW) has 126 live empty-leg listings — 39 departing and 87 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KMDW?
The median ask at KMDW is $25,450 across 126 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KMDW?
The strongest live corridor at KMDW is to KVNY (Van Nuys Airport), with 16 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KMDW most often?
The Bombardier Challenger 604, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KMDW, with 16 live listings (~13% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Chicago Midway International Airport?
The primary code for Chicago Midway International Airport is KMDW.
Where is KMDW airport located?
Chicago Midway International Airport (KMDW) is in Chicago, United States.
What is the ICAO code for MDW?
The ICAO code for Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is KMDW.
What is the longest runway at KMDW?
The longest runway at Chicago Midway International Airport (KMDW) is 6,522 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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