Empty-leg hub
KSEA — Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
United StatesSeattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (KSEA) in Seattle, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 24 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $26,800.
24 live empty legs involving KSEA
- Code
- KSEA
- Traffic
- 9.4/10
- Runways
- 4
- Longest
- 11,900 ft
- Live legs
- 24
Empty-leg demand
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (KSEA) in Seattle, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 21 of 24 live legs (88%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Cessna Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) dominates empty-leg capacity at KSEA, accounting for about 50% of live inventory (12 of 24 legs).
The busiest live corridors at KSEA are from CYQR (3), to CYQR (2), and from CYUY (1).
Priced empty legs at KSEA center on a median ask of $26,800, with an observed range of $10,600–$43,200 (24 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KSEA: 24 live empty legs (3 out / 21 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KSEA: $26,800 (n=24).
- Busiest corridor: from CYQR (3 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Cessna Citation XLS+ (12 legs, ~50%).
Inbound repositioning into KSEA creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 24 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 | CYQRRegina International Airport | 3 | $28,700 |
| Outbound to | CYQRRegina International Airport | 2 | $24,750 |
| Inbound from | CYUYRouyn Noranda Airport | 1 | $29,800 |
| Inbound from | CYYZToronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport | 1 | $43,200 |
| Inbound from | K35DPadgham Field | 1 | $26,200 |
| Inbound from | KANQTri State Steuben County Airport | 1 | $27,400 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Midsize Jet | 12 |
| Bombardier Global 5000 | Ultra Long Range | 5 |
| Cessna Citation X+ | Super Midsize Jet | 2 |
| Beechcraft Premier IA | Light Jet | 1 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 1 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- SEA
- ICAO
- KSEA
- City
- Seattle
- Country
- United States
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 433 ft
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 4
- Longest runway
- 11,900 ft
- Traffic score
- 9.4 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- portseattle.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16L/34R | 11,900 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 16C/34C | 9,426 ft | 150 ft | CONC-F | Yes |
| 16R/34L | 9,426 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| lower/high | — | — | — | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KSEA for empty legs?
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (KSEA) has 24 live empty-leg listings — 3 departing and 21 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KSEA?
The median ask at KSEA is $26,800 across 24 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KSEA?
The strongest live corridor at KSEA is from CYQR (Regina International Airport), with 3 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KSEA most often?
The Cessna Citation XLS+, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KSEA, with 12 live listings (~50% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport?
The primary code for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is KSEA.
Where is KSEA airport located?
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (KSEA) is in Seattle, United States.
What is the ICAO code for SEA?
The ICAO code for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is KSEA.
What is the longest runway at KSEA?
The longest runway at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (KSEA) is 11,900 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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