Empty-leg hub
KCAE — Columbia Metropolitan Airport
United StatesColumbia
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (KCAE) in Columbia, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 527 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $85,100.
527 live empty legs involving KCAE
- Code
- KCAE
- Traffic
- 7.4/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 8,601 ft
- Live legs
- 527
Empty-leg demand
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (KCAE) in Columbia, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 499 of 527 live legs (95%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Bombardier Global Express XRS (Ultra Long Range) dominates empty-leg capacity at KCAE, accounting for about 88% of live inventory (465 of 527 legs).
The busiest live corridors at KCAE are to KGLS (8), from LOWW (3), and to CYVR (2).
Priced empty legs at KCAE center on a median ask of $85,100, with an observed range of $4,449–$403,800 (527 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KCAE: 527 live empty legs (28 out / 499 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KCAE: $85,100 (n=527).
- Busiest corridor: to KGLS (8 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Global Express XRS (465 legs, ~88%).
Inbound repositioning into KCAE creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 527 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 | KGLSScholes International At Galveston Airport | 8 | $26,000 |
| Inbound from | LOWWVienna International Airport | 3 | $88,132 |
| Outbound to | CYVRVancouver International Airport | 2 | $48,300 |
| Inbound from | EBAWAntwerp International Airport (Deurne) | 2 | $85,800 |
| Inbound from | EBBRBrussels Airport | 2 | $85,900 |
| Inbound from | EBCIBrussels South Charleroi Airport | 2 | $86,100 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Global Express XRS | Ultra Long Range | 465 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 12 |
| Pilatus PC-12 NG | Turboprop | 6 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 5 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 4 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- CAE
- ICAO
- KCAE
- City
- Columbia
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 236 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 8,601 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.4 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 8,601 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 05/23 | 8,001 ft | 150 ft | PEM | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KCAE for empty legs?
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (KCAE) has 527 live empty-leg listings — 28 departing and 499 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KCAE?
The median ask at KCAE is $85,100 across 527 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KCAE?
The strongest live corridor at KCAE is to KGLS (Scholes International At Galveston Airport), with 8 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KCAE most often?
The Bombardier Global Express XRS, a Ultra Long Range, is the most common model on empty legs at KCAE, with 465 live listings (~88% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Columbia Metropolitan Airport?
The primary code for Columbia Metropolitan Airport is KCAE.
Where is KCAE airport located?
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (KCAE) is in Columbia, United States.
What is the ICAO code for CAE?
The ICAO code for Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is KCAE.
What is the longest runway at KCAE?
The longest runway at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (KCAE) is 8,601 ft.
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