Empty-leg hub
KDSM — Des Moines International Airport
United StatesDes Moines
Des Moines International Airport (KDSM) in Des Moines, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 313 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $18,000.
313 live empty legs involving KDSM
- Code
- KDSM
- Traffic
- 7.6/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 9,003 ft
- Live legs
- 313
Empty-leg demand
Des Moines International Airport (KDSM) in Des Moines, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 192 outbound and 121 inbound across 313 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KDSM center on a median ask of $18,000, with an observed range of $1,500–$156,400 (313 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at KDSM are from KAVL (18), to KBUR (7), and to KTEB (7).
Aircraft mix at KDSM is led by Learjet 60XR (Midsize Jet) (99 legs), with Cessna Citation Ultra, Beechcraft Hawker 900XP also active.
Key takeaways
- KDSM: 313 live empty legs (192 out / 121 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KDSM: $18,000 (n=313).
- Busiest corridor: from KAVL (18 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Learjet 60XR (99 legs, ~32%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KDSM creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 313 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 | KAVLAsheville Regional Airport | 18 | $25,200 |
| Outbound to | KBURHollywood Burbank Airport | 7 | $24,900 |
| Outbound to | KTEBTeterboro Airport | 7 | $23,600 |
| Outbound to | CYYZToronto Lester B. Pearson International Airport | 5 | $16,500 |
| Inbound from | KLASHarry Reid International Airport | 5 | $29,800 |
| Inbound from | KPSPPalm Springs International Airport | 5 | $10,800 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Learjet 60XR | Midsize Jet | 99 |
| Cessna Citation Ultra | Light Jet | 32 |
| Beechcraft Hawker 900XP | Midsize Jet | 18 |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Midsize Jet | 16 |
| Cessna Citation Excel | Midsize Jet | 13 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- DSM
- ICAO
- KDSM
- City
- Des Moines
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 958 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 9,003 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.6 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 9,003 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 13/31 | 9,001 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KDSM for empty legs?
Des Moines International Airport (KDSM) has 313 live empty-leg listings — 192 departing and 121 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KDSM?
The median ask at KDSM is $18,000 across 313 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KDSM?
The strongest live corridor at KDSM is from KAVL (Asheville Regional Airport), with 18 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KDSM most often?
The Learjet 60XR, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KDSM, with 99 live listings (~32% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Des Moines International Airport?
The primary code for Des Moines International Airport is KDSM.
Where is KDSM airport located?
Des Moines International Airport (KDSM) is in Des Moines, United States.
What is the ICAO code for DSM?
The ICAO code for Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is KDSM.
What is the longest runway at KDSM?
The longest runway at Des Moines International Airport (KDSM) is 9,003 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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