Empty-leg hub
CYVR — Vancouver International Airport
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Vancouver International Airport (CYVR) in Vancouver, Canada is an outbound empty-leg hub with 948 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $36,000.
948 live empty legs involving CYVR
Empty-leg demand
Vancouver International Airport (CYVR) in Vancouver, Canada is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 688 of 948 live legs (73%) leave CYVR, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at CYVR are to VHHH (77), to KSEA (38), and from KLAX (33).
Priced empty legs at CYVR center on a median ask of $36,000, with an observed range of $3,200–$588,200 (948 priced listings).
Aircraft mix at CYVR is led by Bombardier Challenger 604 (Heavy Jet) (342 legs), with Bombardier Challenger 300, Hawker 900XP also active.
Key takeaways
- CYVR: 948 live empty legs (688 out / 260 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at CYVR: $36,000 (n=948).
- Busiest corridor: to VHHH (77 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Challenger 604 (342 legs, ~36%).
Outbound empty legs leaving CYVR creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 948 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 | VHHHHong Kong International Airport | 77 | $246,300 |
| Outbound to | KSEASeattle-Tacoma International Airport | 38 | $16,450 |
| Inbound from | KLAXLos Angeles International Airport | 33 | $34,100 |
| Inbound from | CYYZToronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport | 28 | $56,400 |
| Inbound from | YBBNBrisbane International Airport | 21 | $376,500 |
| Outbound to | CYYZToronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport | 14 | $46,600 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 342 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 105 |
| Hawker 900XP | Midsize Jet | 74 |
| Cessna Citation X | Super Midsize Jet | 73 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | Super Midsize Jet | 30 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- YVR
- ICAO
- CYVR
- City
- Vancouver
- Country
- Canada
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 14 ft
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 4
- Longest runway
- 11,500 ft
- Traffic score
- 8.9 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- yvr.ca
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08R/26L | 11,500 ft | 200 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 08L/26R | 9,940 ft | 200 ft | CON | Yes |
| 13/31 | 7,300 ft | 200 ft | CON | Yes |
| XX/26A | 3,500 ft | 75 ft | CON | No |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is CYVR for empty legs?
Vancouver International Airport (CYVR) has 948 live empty-leg listings — 688 departing and 260 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at CYVR?
The median ask at CYVR is $36,000 across 948 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at CYVR?
The strongest live corridor at CYVR is to VHHH (Hong Kong International Airport), with 77 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at CYVR most often?
The Bombardier Challenger 604, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at CYVR, with 342 live listings (~36% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Vancouver International Airport?
The primary code for Vancouver International Airport is CYVR.
Where is CYVR airport located?
Vancouver International Airport (CYVR) is in Vancouver, Canada.
What is the ICAO code for YVR?
The ICAO code for Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is CYVR.
What is the longest runway at CYVR?
The longest runway at Vancouver International Airport (CYVR) is 11,500 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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