Empty-leg hub
KDTW — Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
United StatesDetroit
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (KDTW) in Detroit, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 495 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $26,900.
495 live empty legs involving KDTW
Empty-leg demand
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (KDTW) in Detroit, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 237 outbound and 258 inbound across 495 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KDTW center on a median ask of $26,900, with an observed range of $2,601–$251,700 (495 priced listings).
Empty legs leaving KDTW concentrate toward RJTT, KJFK, KLAX.
Aircraft mix at KDTW is led by Beechcraft King Air F90 (Turboprop) (127 legs), with Bombardier Challenger 605, Bombardier Challenger 300 also active.
Key takeaways
- KDTW: 495 live empty legs (237 out / 258 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KDTW: $26,900 (n=495).
- Busiest corridor: to RJTT (44 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Beechcraft King Air F90 (127 legs, ~26%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KDTW creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 495 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 | RJTTTokyo Haneda International Airport | 44 | $220,900 |
| Outbound to | KJFKJohn F Kennedy International Airport | 40 | $17,250 |
| Outbound to | KLAXLos Angeles International Airport | 40 | $45,500 |
| Inbound from | KSNAJohn Wayne Orange County International Airport | 20 | $43,500 |
| Outbound to | CYYCCalgary International Airport | 16 | $49,900 |
| Outbound to | KMCOOrlando International Airport | 12 | $31,800 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Beechcraft King Air F90 | Turboprop | 127 |
| Bombardier Challenger 605 | Heavy Jet | 31 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 14 |
| Cessna Citation Sovereign | Super Midsize Jet | 14 |
| Cessna Citation Sovereign+ | Super Midsize Jet | 13 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- DTW
- ICAO
- KDTW
- City
- Detroit
- Country
- United States
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 645 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 6
- Longest runway
- 12,003 ft
- Traffic score
- 9.0 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- metroairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04R/22L | 12,003 ft | 200 ft | CON | Yes |
| 03R/21L | 10,001 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 04L/22R | 10,000 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 09L/27R | 8,708 ft | 200 ft | PEM | Yes |
| 03L/21R | 8,501 ft | 200 ft | PEM | Yes |
| 09R/27L | 8,500 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
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FAQ
How active is KDTW for empty legs?
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (KDTW) has 495 live empty-leg listings — 237 departing and 258 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KDTW?
The median ask at KDTW is $26,900 across 495 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KDTW?
The strongest live corridor at KDTW is to RJTT (Tokyo Haneda International Airport), with 44 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KDTW most often?
The Beechcraft King Air F90, a Turboprop, is the most common model on empty legs at KDTW, with 127 live listings (~26% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
The primary code for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is KDTW.
Where is KDTW airport located?
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (KDTW) is in Detroit, United States.
What is the ICAO code for DTW?
The ICAO code for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is KDTW.
What is the longest runway at KDTW?
The longest runway at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (KDTW) is 12,003 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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