What Are Empty Leg Flights?
Empty leg flights — also known as deadhead flights or repositioning flights — are the best-kept secret in private aviation. When a private jet is chartered for a one-way trip, the aircraft must return to its home base or fly to the next pickup location. Rather than flying empty, operators sell these legs at massive discounts: 40-70% off standard charter rates.
Imagine flying from New York to Miami in a Gulfstream G550 with 14 seats and a dedicated crew — for $8,000 instead of $25,000. That is the power of empty leg deals.
How Much Can You Save?
Light Jets (4-7 seats): $3,000-$8,000/hr. Midsize Jets (7-9 seats): $5,000-$12,000/hr. Heavy Jets (12-18 seats): $8,000-$20,000/hr. Popular routes like LA to Las Vegas can cost as little as $3,000 for the entire aircraft.
Popular Empty Leg Routes
- New York (TEB) to Miami (OPF) — from $8,000
- London (LTN) to Paris (LBG) — from $4,000
- Dubai (DWC) to Singapore (SIN) — from $50,000
- Los Angeles (VNY) to Las Vegas (LAS) — from $5,000
How to Book
1. Browse real-time deals on JetFinder. 2. Find a matching route. 3. Click to book. 4. Confirm with the operator.
Tips
- Be flexible with dates
- Check frequently — subscribe to the JetFinder newsletter
- Consider nearby airports
- Act fast — deals gone in 24-48 hours
Browse 10,000+ empty leg deals on JetFinder now.