Empty-leg hub
KPHL — Philadelphia International Airport
United StatesPhiladelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (KPHL) in Philadelphia, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 302 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $14,900.
302 live empty legs involving KPHL
- Code
- KPHL
- Traffic
- 9.1/10
- Runways
- 4
- Longest
- 12,000 ft
- Live legs
- 302
Empty-leg demand
Philadelphia International Airport (KPHL) in Philadelphia, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 239 of 302 live legs (79%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Learjet 60 (Midsize Jet) dominates empty-leg capacity at KPHL, accounting for about 53% of live inventory (161 of 302 legs).
Repositioning into KPHL is concentrated from KLNA, FD38, KSRQ.
Priced empty legs at KPHL center on a median ask of $14,900, with an observed range of $3,200–$66,400 (302 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KPHL: 302 live empty legs (63 out / 239 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KPHL: $14,900 (n=302).
- Busiest corridor: from KLNA (10 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Learjet 60 (161 legs, ~53%).
Inbound repositioning into KPHL creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 302 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.
Live empty-leg corridors
| Direction | Airport | Live listings | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inbound from | KLNAPalm Beach County Park Airport | 10 | $18,600 |
| Inbound from | FD38Wellington Aero Club Airport | 9 | $18,200 |
| Inbound from | KSRQSarasota Bradenton International Airport | 6 | $17,100 |
| Outbound to | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 6 | $55,150 |
| Outbound to | FD38Wellington Aero Club Airport | 5 | $19,300 |
| Outbound to | KLNAPalm Beach County Park Airport | 5 | $19,400 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 161 |
| Beechcraft Hawker 900XP | Midsize Jet | 30 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 21 |
| Hawker 900 | Midsize Jet | 14 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 12 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- PHL
- ICAO
- KPHL
- City
- Philadelphia
- Country
- United States
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 36 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 4
- Longest runway
- 12,000 ft
- Traffic score
- 9.1 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- phl.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09R/27L | 12,000 ft | 200 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 09L/27R | 9,500 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 17/35 | 5,460 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 08/26 | 5,000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KPHL for empty legs?
Philadelphia International Airport (KPHL) has 302 live empty-leg listings — 63 departing and 239 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KPHL?
The median ask at KPHL is $14,900 across 302 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KPHL?
The strongest live corridor at KPHL is from KLNA (Palm Beach County Park Airport), with 10 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KPHL most often?
The Learjet 60, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KPHL, with 161 live listings (~53% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Philadelphia International Airport?
The primary code for Philadelphia International Airport is KPHL.
Where is KPHL airport located?
Philadelphia International Airport (KPHL) is in Philadelphia, United States.
What is the ICAO code for PHL?
The ICAO code for Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is KPHL.
What is the longest runway at KPHL?
The longest runway at Philadelphia International Airport (KPHL) is 12,000 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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