Empty-leg hub

KDTS — Destin Executive Airport

United StatesDestin

Destin Executive Airport (KDTS) in Destin, United States is an outbound empty-leg hub with 475 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $17,600.

475 live empty legs involving KDTS

Empty-leg demand

Destin Executive Airport (KDTS) in Destin, United States is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 309 of 475 live legs (65%) leave KDTS, according to EmptyJet.

Repositioning into KDTS is concentrated from KIND, EDDS, KTEB.

Priced empty legs at KDTS center on a median ask of $17,600, with an observed range of $2,985–$277,900 (475 priced listings).

Aircraft mix at KDTS is led by Cessna Citation VII (Midsize Jet) (176 legs), with Learjet 60, Learjet 45 also active.

Key takeaways

  • KDTS: 475 live empty legs (309 out / 166 in), according to EmptyJet.
  • Median priced ask at KDTS: $17,600 (n=475).
  • Busiest corridor: from KIND (51 legs).
  • Most common aircraft: Cessna Citation VII (176 legs, ~37%).

Outbound empty legs leaving KDTS creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 475 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.

Live empty-leg corridors

DirectionAirportLive listingsMedian ask
Inbound fromKINDIndianapolis International Airport51$19,300
Inbound fromEDDSStuttgart Airport20$130,800
Inbound fromKTEBTeterboro Airport16$17,600
Inbound fromKHOUWilliam P Hobby Airport8$17,850
Inbound fromKSDFLouisville Muhammad Ali International Airport6$21,950
Outbound toKBGRBangor International Airport5$21,100

Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.

Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings

AircraftCategoryLive listings
Cessna Citation VIIMidsize Jet176
Learjet 60Midsize Jet111
Learjet 45Light Jet22
Gulfstream G550Ultra Long Range16
Cessna Citation LatitudeSuper Midsize Jet9

Airport facts

IATA
DSI
ICAO
KDTS
City
Destin
Country
United States
Type
medium airport
Elevation
23 ft
Timezone
America/Chicago
Region
North America
Runways
1
Longest runway
5,001 ft
Traffic score
7.0 / 10
Official site
flydts.com

Runways

RunwayLengthWidthSurfaceLighted
14/325,001 ft100 ftASPYes

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FAQ

How active is KDTS for empty legs?

Destin Executive Airport (KDTS) has 475 live empty-leg listings — 309 departing and 166 arriving, according to EmptyJet.

What is a typical empty-leg price at KDTS?

The median ask at KDTS is $17,600 across 475 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.

Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KDTS?

The strongest live corridor at KDTS is from KIND (Indianapolis International Airport), with 51 listings, according to EmptyJet.

Which aircraft fly empty legs at KDTS most often?

The Cessna Citation VII, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KDTS, with 176 live listings (~37% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.

What is the airport code for Destin Executive Airport?

The primary code for Destin Executive Airport is KDTS.

Where is KDTS airport located?

Destin Executive Airport (KDTS) is in Destin, United States.

What is the ICAO code for DSI?

The ICAO code for Destin Executive Airport (DSI) is KDTS.

What is the longest runway at KDTS?

The longest runway at Destin Executive Airport (KDTS) is 5,001 ft.

Empty legs from this airport

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