Question 1

What is an empty leg flight?

Accepted Answer

An empty leg (or 'deadhead') is a private jet repositioning flight with no passengers — for example, a jet returning to its home base after dropping off a charter client. Selling that empty seat at a discount benefits both the operator and the traveler.

Question 2

How much can I save on an empty leg?

Accepted Answer

Empty legs typically save 30–75% off standard charter rates. The exact discount depends on the aircraft, route, and how close to departure you book. Last-minute empty legs offer the deepest discounts.

Question 3

Are empty leg flights safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes — they are operated by the same FAA Part 135 certified operators and the same crews as full-price charters, on the same aircraft. The only difference is the routing and pricing.

Question 4

What's the catch with empty legs?

Accepted Answer

Empty legs are inflexible. The departure airport, destination, date, and time are fixed by the original trip. They can also be cancelled or rerouted if the original charter changes. They work best for travelers with flexible schedules.

Question 5

Can I change the route or date of an empty leg?

Accepted Answer

Generally no — the schedule is dictated by the operator's positioning needs. Small adjustments (a few hours, nearby airports) are sometimes possible. If you need flexibility, an on-demand charter is a better fit.

Question 6

How do I get notified of new empty legs?

Accepted Answer

Contact us with your typical routes and travel dates and we'll alert you the moment a matching empty leg becomes available. New flights post daily across our network of 5,000+ aircraft.

Question 7

Can I book a one-way empty leg internationally?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We regularly post empty legs across the U.S., Caribbean, Mexico, Europe, and transatlantic routes.

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