Empty-leg hub
HKJK — Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
KenyaNairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (HKJK) in Nairobi, Kenya is an outbound empty-leg hub with 259 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $131,000.
259 live empty legs involving HKJK
- Code
- HKJK
- Traffic
- 6.7/10
- Runways
- 1
- Longest
- 13,507 ft
- Live legs
- 259
Empty-leg demand
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (HKJK) in Nairobi, Kenya is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 233 of 259 live legs (90%) leave HKJK, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at HKJK are from EHRD (12), to FAOR (12), and to HUEN (8).
Priced empty legs at HKJK center on a median ask of $131,000, with an observed range of $11,826–$176,700 (259 priced listings).
Bombardier Global 5500 (Ultra Long Range) dominates empty-leg capacity at HKJK, accounting for about 69% of live inventory (178 of 259 legs).
Key takeaways
- HKJK: 259 live empty legs (233 out / 26 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at HKJK: $131,000 (n=259).
- Busiest corridor: from EHRD (12 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Global 5500 (178 legs, ~69%).
Outbound empty legs leaving HKJK creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 259 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.
Live empty-leg corridors
| Direction | Airport | Live listings | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inbound from | EHRDRotterdam The Hague Airport | 12 | $128,600 |
| Outbound to | FAORO.R. Tambo International Airport | 12 | $67,250 |
| Outbound to | HUENEntebbe International Airport | 8 | $32,700 |
| Outbound to | DGAAKotoka International Airport | 6 | $105,000 |
| Outbound to | HECACairo International Airport | 4 | $101,900 |
| Outbound to | HTDAJulius Nyerere International Airport | 4 | $30,550 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Global 5500 | Ultra Long Range | 178 |
| Dassault Falcon 7X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 16 |
| Cessna Citation Sovereign | Super Midsize Jet | 9 |
| Dassault Falcon 50E | Large Jet | 9 |
| Hawker 125-700 | Midsize Jet | 5 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- NBO
- ICAO
- HKJK
- City
- Nairobi
- Country
- Kenya
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 5,330 ft
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Region
- Africa
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 13,507 ft
- Traffic score
- 6.7 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- kenyaairports.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 13,507 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is HKJK for empty legs?
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (HKJK) has 259 live empty-leg listings — 233 departing and 26 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at HKJK?
The median ask at HKJK is $131,000 across 259 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at HKJK?
The strongest live corridor at HKJK is from EHRD (Rotterdam The Hague Airport), with 12 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at HKJK most often?
The Bombardier Global 5500, a Ultra Long Range, is the most common model on empty legs at HKJK, with 178 live listings (~69% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Jomo Kenyatta International Airport?
The primary code for Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is HKJK.
Where is HKJK airport located?
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (HKJK) is in Nairobi, Kenya.
What is the ICAO code for NBO?
The ICAO code for Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is HKJK.
What is the longest runway at HKJK?
The longest runway at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (HKJK) is 13,507 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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