Empty-leg hub
KVPS — Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport
United StatesValparaiso
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (KVPS) in Valparaiso, United States is an outbound empty-leg hub with 216 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $12,000.
216 live empty legs involving KVPS
- Code
- KVPS
- Traffic
- 6.8/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 12,005 ft
- Live legs
- 216
Empty-leg demand
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (KVPS) in Valparaiso, United States is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 190 of 216 live legs (88%) leave KVPS, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at KVPS are to KSLC (4), from CYYT (2), and to KFSD (2).
Priced empty legs at KVPS center on a median ask of $12,000, with an observed range of $9,200–$61,300 (216 priced listings).
Beechcraft King Air 100 (Turboprop) dominates empty-leg capacity at KVPS, accounting for about 81% of live inventory (176 of 216 legs).
Key takeaways
- KVPS: 216 live empty legs (190 out / 26 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KVPS: $12,000 (n=216).
- Busiest corridor: to KSLC (4 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Beechcraft King Air 100 (176 legs, ~81%).
Outbound empty legs leaving KVPS creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 216 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 | KSLCSalt Lake City International Airport | 4 | $29,550 |
| Inbound from | CYYTSt. John's International Airport | 2 | $44,900 |
| Outbound to | KFSDSioux Falls Regional Airport / Joe Foss Field | 2 | $14,900 |
| Outbound to | KOAKSan Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport | 2 | $24,800 |
| Outbound to | MMTOAdolfo Lopez Mateos International Airport | 2 | $22,600 |
| Inbound from | CYPNPort-Menier Airport | 1 | $25,100 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Beechcraft King Air 100 | Turboprop | 176 |
| Bombardier Challenger 605 | Heavy Jet | 7 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 7 |
| Gulfstream G280 | Super Midsize Jet | 6 |
| Dassault Falcon 900B | Large Jet | 4 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- VPS
- ICAO
- KVPS
- City
- Valparaiso
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 87 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 12,005 ft
- Traffic score
- 6.8 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- flyvps.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 12,005 ft | 300 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 01/19 | 10,012 ft | 300 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KVPS for empty legs?
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (KVPS) has 216 live empty-leg listings — 190 departing and 26 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KVPS?
The median ask at KVPS is $12,000 across 216 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KVPS?
The strongest live corridor at KVPS is to KSLC (Salt Lake City International Airport), with 4 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KVPS most often?
The Beechcraft King Air 100, a Turboprop, is the most common model on empty legs at KVPS, with 176 live listings (~81% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport?
The primary code for Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport is KVPS.
Where is KVPS airport located?
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (KVPS) is in Valparaiso, United States.
What is the ICAO code for VPS?
The ICAO code for Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) is KVPS.
What is the longest runway at KVPS?
The longest runway at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (KVPS) is 12,005 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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