Empty-leg hub
CYOW — Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport
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Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (CYOW) in Ottawa, Canada is a two-way empty-leg hub with 527 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $28,800.
527 live empty legs involving CYOW
Empty-leg demand
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (CYOW) in Ottawa, Canada sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 298 outbound and 229 inbound across 527 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at CYOW center on a median ask of $28,800, with an observed range of $4,844–$146,200 (527 priced listings).
Empty legs leaving CYOW concentrate toward KATL, CYYC, KJFK.
Bombardier Challenger 605 (Heavy Jet) dominates empty-leg capacity at CYOW, accounting for about 71% of live inventory (376 of 527 legs).
Key takeaways
- CYOW: 527 live empty legs (298 out / 229 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at CYOW: $28,800 (n=527).
- Busiest corridor: to KATL (40 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Challenger 605 (376 legs, ~71%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at CYOW creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 527 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.
Live empty-leg corridors
| Direction | Airport | Live listings | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outbound to | KATLHartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport | 40 | $25,350 |
| Outbound to | CYYCCalgary International Airport | 21 | $49,300 |
| Outbound to | KJFKJohn F Kennedy International Airport | 8 | $23,550 |
| Inbound from | CYYCCalgary International Airport | 4 | $30,750 |
| Outbound to | EGSSLondon Stansted Airport | 4 | $88,400 |
| Inbound from | KBXKBuckeye Municipal Airport | 4 | $45,650 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Challenger 605 | Heavy Jet | 376 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 20 |
| Learjet 45 | Light Jet | 18 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 14 |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | Light Jet | 11 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- YOW
- ICAO
- CYOW
- City
- Ottawa
- Country
- Canada
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 374 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 10,000 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.7 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- yow.ca
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 10,000 ft | 200 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 07/25 | 8,000 ft | 200 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 04/22 | 3,300 ft | 75 ft | ASP | No |
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FAQ
How active is CYOW for empty legs?
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (CYOW) has 527 live empty-leg listings — 298 departing and 229 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at CYOW?
The median ask at CYOW is $28,800 across 527 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at CYOW?
The strongest live corridor at CYOW is to KATL (Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport), with 40 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at CYOW most often?
The Bombardier Challenger 605, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at CYOW, with 376 live listings (~71% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport?
The primary code for Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is CYOW.
Where is CYOW airport located?
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (CYOW) is in Ottawa, Canada.
What is the ICAO code for YOW?
The ICAO code for Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is CYOW.
What is the longest runway at CYOW?
The longest runway at Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (CYOW) is 10,000 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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