Empty-leg hub
CYQB — Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport
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Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport (CYQB) in Quebec, Canada is an outbound empty-leg hub with 479 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $98,800.
479 live empty legs involving CYQB
Empty-leg demand
Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport (CYQB) in Quebec, Canada is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 395 of 479 live legs (82%) leave CYQB, according to EmptyJet.
Empty legs leaving CYQB concentrate toward LFMN, CYYZ, LIML.
Priced empty legs at CYQB center on a median ask of $98,800, with an observed range of $2,581–$260,700 (479 priced listings).
Bombardier Global Express (Ultra Long Range) dominates empty-leg capacity at CYQB, accounting for about 59% of live inventory (282 of 479 legs).
Key takeaways
- CYQB: 479 live empty legs (395 out / 84 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at CYQB: $98,800 (n=479).
- Busiest corridor: to LFMN (7 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Global Express (282 legs, ~59%).
Outbound empty legs leaving CYQB creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 479 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 | LFMNNice-Cote d'Azur Airport | 7 | $86,400 |
| Outbound to | CYYZToronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport | 4 | $12,060 |
| Outbound to | LIMLMilano Linate Airport | 4 | $90,800 |
| Inbound from | CYYZToronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport | 3 | $11,100 |
| Outbound to | EGDMMoD Boscombe Down | 3 | $100,800 |
| Outbound to | EGDYRNAS Yeovilton | 3 | $99,900 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Global Express | Ultra Long Range | 282 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 86 |
| Bombardier Challenger 650 | Heavy Jet | 18 |
| Embraer Phenom 100 | Very Light Jet | 14 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 12 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- YQB
- ICAO
- CYQB
- City
- Quebec
- Country
- Canada
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 244 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 9,000 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.2 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- aeroportdequebec.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 9,000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 11/29 | 5,700 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is CYQB for empty legs?
Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport (CYQB) has 479 live empty-leg listings — 395 departing and 84 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at CYQB?
The median ask at CYQB is $98,800 across 479 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at CYQB?
The strongest live corridor at CYQB is to LFMN (Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport), with 7 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at CYQB most often?
The Bombardier Global Express, a Ultra Long Range, is the most common model on empty legs at CYQB, with 282 live listings (~59% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport?
The primary code for Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport is CYQB.
Where is CYQB airport located?
Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport (CYQB) is in Quebec, Canada.
What is the ICAO code for YQB?
The ICAO code for Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) is CYQB.
What is the longest runway at CYQB?
The longest runway at Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport (CYQB) is 9,000 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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