Private jet travel is often associated with luxury — but many travelers are surprised to learn there’s a way to fly private at a significantly reduced cost.
Enter: Empty Leg Flights
Also known as repositioning flights, empty legs offer one of the best opportunities to experience private aviation for less.
What Exactly Is an Empty Leg Flight?
An empty leg flight occurs when a private jet needs to fly without passengers to reposition for its next booked trip.
For example:
• A jet drops passengers in West Palm Beach
• Its next charter departs from New York
The aircraft must fly empty to NYC
Instead of flying with unused seats, operators often offer that leg at a discounted rate.
Why Are Empty Leg Flights Discounted?
Because the flight is happening regardless, selling the leg helps offset:
Fuel costs
Crew expenses
Operating costs
Typical discounts range from:
30% to 75% off standard charter pricing
Example Empty Leg Scenario
Booked Flight: Washington Dulles (IAD) → Boca Raton (BCT)
Return Positioning: Boca Raton (BCT) → Washington Dulles (IAD)
If you need the BCT → IAD leg, you may access it at a reduced rate.
How to Find Empty Leg Flights
Availability changes constantly. The best way:
Check regularly
Work with a charter provider
Join flight alerts
View Available Empty Leg Flights
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