Empty-leg hub
HECA — Cairo International Airport
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Cairo International Airport (HECA) in Cairo, Egypt is a two-way empty-leg hub with 366 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $66,750.
366 live empty legs involving HECA
- Code
- HECA
- Traffic
- 5.9/10
- Runways
- 3
- Longest
- 13,124 ft
- Live legs
- 366
Empty-leg demand
Cairo International Airport (HECA) in Cairo, Egypt sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 224 outbound and 142 inbound across 366 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at HECA center on a median ask of $66,750, with an observed range of $17,700–$429,600 (366 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at HECA are to EGLL (60), to KDEN (60), and from ESSA (57).
Aircraft mix at HECA is led by Dassault Falcon 8X (Ultra Long Range Jet) (25 legs), with Bombardier Global Express, Cessna Citation CJ3+ also active.
Key takeaways
- HECA: 366 live empty legs (224 out / 142 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at HECA: $66,750 (n=366).
- Busiest corridor: to EGLL (60 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Dassault Falcon 8X (25 legs, ~7%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at HECA creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 366 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 | EGLLLondon Heathrow Airport | 60 | $68,850 |
| Outbound to | KDENDenver International Airport | 60 | $268,100 |
| Inbound from | ESSAStockholm-Arlanda Airport | 57 | $77,800 |
| Outbound to | OEDFKing Fahd International Airport | 32 | $48,150 |
| Outbound to | OMDBDubai International Airport | 16 | $63,700 |
| Inbound from | UDYZZvartnots International Airport | 14 | $62,700 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Dassault Falcon 8X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 25 |
| Bombardier Global Express | Ultra Long Range | 11 |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | Light Jet | 11 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 10 |
| Hawker 125-600 | Midsize Jet | 10 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- CAI
- ICAO
- HECA
- City
- Cairo
- Country
- Egypt
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 322 ft
- Timezone
- Africa/Cairo
- Region
- Africa
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 13,124 ft
- Traffic score
- 5.9 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05R/23L | 13,124 ft | 197 ft | Asphalt | Yes |
| 05C/23C | 13,120 ft | 197 ft | Asphalt | Yes |
| 05L/23R | 10,830 ft | 197 ft | Asphalt | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is HECA for empty legs?
Cairo International Airport (HECA) has 366 live empty-leg listings — 224 departing and 142 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at HECA?
The median ask at HECA is $66,750 across 366 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at HECA?
The strongest live corridor at HECA is to EGLL (London Heathrow Airport), with 60 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at HECA most often?
The Dassault Falcon 8X, a Ultra Long Range Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at HECA, with 25 live listings (~7% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Cairo International Airport?
The primary code for Cairo International Airport is HECA.
Where is HECA airport located?
Cairo International Airport (HECA) is in Cairo, Egypt.
What is the ICAO code for CAI?
The ICAO code for Cairo International Airport (CAI) is HECA.
What is the longest runway at HECA?
The longest runway at Cairo International Airport (HECA) is 13,124 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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