The Untapped Power of Empty Legs: How to Fly Private for Less

Imagine boarding a sleek private jet, skipping the airport crowds, relaxing in plush leather seats—and doing it all for a fraction of the usual price. Sounds too good to be true? Welcome to the world of empty leg flights, one of the best-kept secrets in private aviation.

What Are Empty Leg Flights?

When a private jet is booked for a one-way journey, the aircraft often needs to return to its home base or fly to another airport to pick up the next passenger. These repositioning flights—often flying without any passengers—are known as “empty legs.”

Rather than fly empty, many charter operators offer these flights at heavily discounted rates—sometimes up to 75% off the standard charter cost.

Why Are Empty Legs So Affordable?

Private jets are scheduled based on client demand. So, if a client books a one-way trip from Colombo to Dubai, the jet still needs to fly back—or fly to another city for its next charter. To make the most of that return trip, operators offer it to other passengers at a discounted rate, since it’s essentially a flight that would happen anyway.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Luxury travel at a reduced cost
• Same private jet experience (no compromise on service or comfort)
• Last-minute availability (great for flexible travelers)
• Shorter wait times and no long security lines

Who Should Consider Empty Leg Flights?

Empty legs are ideal for:

• Leisure travelers who can be flexible with dates and destinations
• Business travelers seeking affordable luxury
• First-time private flyers wanting to try it without paying full charter prices
• Luxury experience seekers looking for something unique for birthdays, proposals, or anniversaries.

While empty legs offer unbeatable value, there are a few things to keep in mind:

• Dates and times are fixed. Since these flights are based on another passenger’s schedule, timing is usually not adjustable.
• One-way only. Return flights may not be available.
• Changes can happen. If the original charter is cancelled or rescheduled, the empty leg may change or be called off.

But if you can be flexible, the payoff is huge.

How to Find Empty Leg Flights

Many charter companies, including us at AirScape, regularly list available empty legs on our website or by request. You can also:

• Sign up for empty leg alerts
• Follow us on social media for real-time availability
• Contact our charter team for custom notifications based on your preferred routes

Final Thoughts

Flying private doesn’t have to come with an eye-watering price tag. With empty leg flights, you get the full luxury experience—minus the full luxury cost. Whether you’re a business executive, a couple celebrating a special occasion, or simply curious about private jet travel, this is your chance to fly smarter, not costlier.