Learn how to take advantage of empty leg flights and fly private for a fraction of the regular charter cost.
What Are Empty Legs?
Empty legs are repositioning flights that occur when a private jet needs to fly without passengers to pick up clients or return to its home base.
Why Are They So Cheap?
Since the aircraft must make the flight regardless, operators offer these seats at significantly reduced prices—often 50-75% off the regular charter rate.
How to Find Empty Legs
- Sign up for alerts - Register with charter companies for notifications
- Be flexible - Dates and times are often fixed
- Act fast - Popular routes sell quickly
- Check multiple sources - Different operators have different availability
Tips for Booking
- Verify the operator's safety certifications
- Understand the cancellation policy
- Be prepared for potential schedule changes
- Consider one-way trips for maximum savings
Popular Empty Leg Routes
- London → Nice (Summer)
- Paris → Geneva (Winter)
- Milan → Ibiza (Summer weekends)
- Zurich → London (Business days)
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Written by
Marie Dubois
Covering private aviation trends, travel insights, and the future of luxury air travel.
