Empty-leg hub
KCRQ — McClellan-Palomar Airport
United StatesCarlsbad
McClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ) in Carlsbad, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 283 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $22,000.
283 live empty legs involving KCRQ
Empty-leg demand
McClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ) in Carlsbad, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 133 outbound and 150 inbound across 283 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KCRQ center on a median ask of $22,000, with an observed range of $2,700–$257,600 (283 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at KCRQ are to MMSD (29), from MMSD (27), and to KPHX (22).
Aircraft mix at KCRQ is led by Pilatus PC-12 (Turboprop) (15 legs), with Gulfstream G550, Beechcraft Premier I also active.
Key takeaways
- KCRQ: 283 live empty legs (133 out / 150 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KCRQ: $22,000 (n=283).
- Busiest corridor: to MMSD (29 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Pilatus PC-12 (15 legs, ~5%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KCRQ creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 283 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 | MMSDLos Cabos International Airport | 29 | $32,700 |
| Inbound from | MMSDLos Cabos International Airport | 27 | $37,900 |
| Outbound to | KPHXPhoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | 22 | $13,450 |
| Inbound from | KPHXPhoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | 15 | $13,100 |
| Outbound to | KSBPSan Luis County Regional Airport | 13 | $11,500 |
| Inbound from | KSBPSan Luis County Regional Airport | 11 | $9,200 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 | Turboprop | 15 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 12 |
| Beechcraft Premier I | Light Jet | 7 |
| Dassault Falcon 50 | Super Midsize Jet | 7 |
| Beechcraft Hawker 900XP | Midsize Jet | 6 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- CLD
- ICAO
- KCRQ
- City
- Carlsbad
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 331 ft
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 4,897 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.8 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 4,897 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KCRQ for empty legs?
McClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ) has 283 live empty-leg listings — 133 departing and 150 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KCRQ?
The median ask at KCRQ is $22,000 across 283 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KCRQ?
The strongest live corridor at KCRQ is to MMSD (Los Cabos International Airport), with 29 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KCRQ most often?
The Pilatus PC-12, a Turboprop, is the most common model on empty legs at KCRQ, with 15 live listings (~5% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for McClellan-Palomar Airport?
The primary code for McClellan-Palomar Airport is KCRQ.
Where is KCRQ airport located?
McClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ) is in Carlsbad, United States.
What is the ICAO code for CLD?
The ICAO code for McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) is KCRQ.
What is the longest runway at KCRQ?
The longest runway at McClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ) is 4,897 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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