Empty-leg hub
KCOU — Columbia Regional Airport
United StatesColumbia
Columbia Regional Airport (KCOU) in Columbia, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 314 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $17,100.
314 live empty legs involving KCOU
Empty-leg demand
Columbia Regional Airport (KCOU) in Columbia, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 187 outbound and 127 inbound across 314 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KCOU center on a median ask of $17,100, with an observed range of $3,200–$132,600 (314 priced listings).
Empty legs leaving KCOU concentrate toward KLAS, KTEB, KVNY.
Aircraft mix at KCOU is led by Hawker 800XP (Midsize Jet) (147 legs), with Learjet 60, Cessna Citation XLS also active.
Key takeaways
- KCOU: 314 live empty legs (187 out / 127 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KCOU: $17,100 (n=314).
- Busiest corridor: to KLAS (8 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Hawker 800XP (147 legs, ~47%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KCOU creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 314 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 | KLASHarry Reid International Airport | 8 | $28,000 |
| Outbound to | KTEBTeterboro Airport | 7 | $19,400 |
| Outbound to | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 6 | $30,700 |
| Inbound from | KARVLakeland Airport Noble F Lee Memorial Field | 4 | $9,200 |
| Inbound from | KIADWashington Dulles International Airport | 4 | $13,450 |
| Inbound from | UT99West Desert Airpark | 4 | $17,850 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Hawker 800XP | Midsize Jet | 147 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 26 |
| Cessna Citation XLS | Midsize Jet | 12 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 12 |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Midsize Jet | 11 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- COU
- ICAO
- KCOU
- City
- Columbia
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 889 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 6,501 ft
- Traffic score
- 6.3 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 6,501 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 13/31 | 5,500 ft | 100 ft | Concrete | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KCOU for empty legs?
Columbia Regional Airport (KCOU) has 314 live empty-leg listings — 187 departing and 127 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KCOU?
The median ask at KCOU is $17,100 across 314 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KCOU?
The strongest live corridor at KCOU is to KLAS (Harry Reid International Airport), with 8 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KCOU most often?
The Hawker 800XP, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KCOU, with 147 live listings (~47% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Columbia Regional Airport?
The primary code for Columbia Regional Airport is KCOU.
Where is KCOU airport located?
Columbia Regional Airport (KCOU) is in Columbia, United States.
What is the ICAO code for COU?
The ICAO code for Columbia Regional Airport (COU) is KCOU.
What is the longest runway at KCOU?
The longest runway at Columbia Regional Airport (KCOU) is 6,501 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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