Empty-leg hub
KVEL — Vernal Regional Airport
United StatesVernal
Vernal Regional Airport (KVEL) in Vernal, United States is an outbound empty-leg hub with 322 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $20,800.
322 live empty legs involving KVEL
- Code
- KVEL
- Traffic
- 5.2/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 7,000 ft
- Live legs
- 322
Empty-leg demand
Vernal Regional Airport (KVEL) in Vernal, United States is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 218 of 322 live legs (68%) leave KVEL, according to EmptyJet.
Repositioning into KVEL is concentrated from KCPK, KPTB, KSHD.
Priced empty legs at KVEL center on a median ask of $20,800, with an observed range of $3,600–$181,900 (322 priced listings).
Aircraft mix at KVEL is led by Beechcraft Hawker 900XP (Midsize Jet) (154 legs), with Gulfstream G550, Gulfstream GV also active.
Key takeaways
- KVEL: 322 live empty legs (218 out / 104 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KVEL: $20,800 (n=322).
- Busiest corridor: from KCPK (5 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Beechcraft Hawker 900XP (154 legs, ~48%).
Outbound empty legs leaving KVEL creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 322 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 | KCPKChesapeake Regional Airport | 5 | $46,400 |
| Inbound from | KPTBDinwiddie County Airport | 5 | $45,000 |
| Inbound from | KSHDShenandoah Valley Regional Airport | 5 | $43,200 |
| Inbound from | VA63Weavers Landing | 5 | $43,100 |
| Outbound to | KTEBTeterboro Airport | 4 | $35,600 |
| Outbound to | KELPEl Paso International Airport | 3 | $9,100 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Beechcraft Hawker 900XP | Midsize Jet | 154 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 52 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 21 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 16 |
| Bombardier Challenger 350 | Super Midsize Jet | 12 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- VEL
- ICAO
- KVEL
- City
- Vernal
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 5,278 ft
- Timezone
- America/Denver
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 7,000 ft
- Traffic score
- 5.2 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 7,000 ft | 100 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 07/25 | 4,108 ft | 60 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KVEL for empty legs?
Vernal Regional Airport (KVEL) has 322 live empty-leg listings — 218 departing and 104 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KVEL?
The median ask at KVEL is $20,800 across 322 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KVEL?
The strongest live corridor at KVEL is from KCPK (Chesapeake Regional Airport), with 5 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KVEL most often?
The Beechcraft Hawker 900XP, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KVEL, with 154 live listings (~48% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Vernal Regional Airport?
The primary code for Vernal Regional Airport is KVEL.
Where is KVEL airport located?
Vernal Regional Airport (KVEL) is in Vernal, United States.
What is the ICAO code for VEL?
The ICAO code for Vernal Regional Airport (VEL) is KVEL.
What is the longest runway at KVEL?
The longest runway at Vernal Regional Airport (KVEL) is 7,000 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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