Empty-leg hub
KUGN — Waukegan National Airport
United StatesChicago/Waukegan
Waukegan National Airport (KUGN) in Chicago/Waukegan, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 124 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $30,100.
124 live empty legs involving KUGN
- Code
- KUGN
- Traffic
- 6.4/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 6,000 ft
- Live legs
- 124
Empty-leg demand
Waukegan National Airport (KUGN) in Chicago/Waukegan, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 86 of 124 live legs (69%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at KUGN is led by Bombardier Challenger 604 (Heavy Jet) (19 legs), with Gulfstream G550, Gulfstream GV also active.
The busiest live corridors at KUGN are to KVNY (16), from KBXK (6), and from KE25 (6).
Priced empty legs at KUGN center on a median ask of $30,100, with an observed range of $7,200–$82,700 (124 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KUGN: 124 live empty legs (38 out / 86 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KUGN: $30,100 (n=124).
- Busiest corridor: to KVNY (16 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Challenger 604 (19 legs, ~15%).
Inbound repositioning into KUGN creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 124 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 | 6 | $30,650 |
| Inbound from | KE25Wickenburg Municipal Airport | 6 | $30,400 |
| Inbound from | KE63Gila Bend Municipal Airport | 6 | $30,850 |
| Outbound to | KHWDHayward Executive Airport | 6 | $33,400 |
| Inbound from | KSGUSt George Regional Airport | 6 | $29,650 |
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 | 19 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 10 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 9 |
| Gulfstream GIV-SP | Heavy Jet | 7 |
| Beechcraft King Air 100 | Turboprop | 6 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- UGN
- ICAO
- KUGN
- City
- Chicago/Waukegan
- Country
- United States
- Type
- small airport
- Elevation
- 727 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 6,000 ft
- Traffic score
- 6.4 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- waukeganport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 6,000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 14/32 | 3,751 ft | 75 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KUGN for empty legs?
Waukegan National Airport (KUGN) has 124 live empty-leg listings — 38 departing and 86 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KUGN?
The median ask at KUGN is $30,100 across 124 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KUGN?
The strongest live corridor at KUGN is to KVNY (Van Nuys Airport), with 16 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KUGN most often?
The Bombardier Challenger 604, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KUGN, with 19 live listings (~15% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Waukegan National Airport?
The primary code for Waukegan National Airport is KUGN.
Where is KUGN airport located?
Waukegan National Airport (KUGN) is in Chicago/Waukegan, United States.
What is the ICAO code for UGN?
The ICAO code for Waukegan National Airport (UGN) is KUGN.
What is the longest runway at KUGN?
The longest runway at Waukegan National Airport (KUGN) is 6,000 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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