Empty-leg hub
KBUF — Buffalo Niagara International Airport
United StatesBuffalo
Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) in Buffalo, United States is an outbound empty-leg hub with 354 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $16,000.
354 live empty legs involving KBUF
Empty-leg demand
Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) in Buffalo, United States is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 233 of 354 live legs (66%) leave KBUF, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at KBUF are to KMCO (80), from KATL (8), and to KLAX (6).
Priced empty legs at KBUF center on a median ask of $16,000, with an observed range of $3,100–$165,100 (354 priced listings).
Aircraft mix at KBUF is led by Cessna Citation Excel (Midsize Jet) (165 legs), with Bombardier Challenger 604, Gulfstream G550 also active.
Key takeaways
- KBUF: 354 live empty legs (233 out / 121 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KBUF: $16,000 (n=354).
- Busiest corridor: to KMCO (80 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Cessna Citation Excel (165 legs, ~47%).
Outbound empty legs leaving KBUF creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 354 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 | KMCOOrlando International Airport | 80 | $23,650 |
| Inbound from | KATLHartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport | 8 | $24,050 |
| Outbound to | KLAXLos Angeles International Airport | 6 | $45,550 |
| Outbound to | KHWDHayward Executive Airport | 4 | $34,700 |
| Inbound from | CYYCCalgary International Airport | 3 | $30,100 |
| Inbound from | KOMAEppley Airfield | 3 | $12,700 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation Excel | Midsize Jet | 165 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 11 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 9 |
| Bombardier Challenger 605 | Heavy Jet | 8 |
| Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy | Super Midsize Jet | 8 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- BUF
- ICAO
- KBUF
- City
- Buffalo
- Country
- United States
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 728 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 8,102 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.8 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- buffaloairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 8,102 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 14/32 | 7,161 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
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FAQ
How active is KBUF for empty legs?
Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) has 354 live empty-leg listings — 233 departing and 121 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KBUF?
The median ask at KBUF is $16,000 across 354 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KBUF?
The strongest live corridor at KBUF is to KMCO (Orlando International Airport), with 80 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KBUF most often?
The Cessna Citation Excel, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KBUF, with 165 live listings (~47% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Buffalo Niagara International Airport?
The primary code for Buffalo Niagara International Airport is KBUF.
Where is KBUF airport located?
Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) is in Buffalo, United States.
What is the ICAO code for BUF?
The ICAO code for Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) is KBUF.
What is the longest runway at KBUF?
The longest runway at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) is 8,102 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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