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 256 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $26,550.
256 live empty legs involving KDTW
Empty-leg demand
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (KDTW) in Detroit, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 122 outbound and 134 inbound across 256 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KDTW center on a median ask of $26,550, with an observed range of $3,200–$172,000 (256 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at KDTW are from KATL (24), to KMCO (11), and to KFLL (10).
Aircraft mix at KDTW is led by Gulfstream G550 (Ultra Long Range) (24 legs), with Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy, Bombardier Challenger 300 also active.
Key takeaways
- KDTW: 256 live empty legs (122 out / 134 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KDTW: $26,550 (n=256).
- Busiest corridor: from KATL (24 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Gulfstream G550 (24 legs, ~9%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KDTW creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 256 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 | KATLHartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport | 24 | $16,100 |
| Outbound to | KMCOOrlando International Airport | 11 | $31,700 |
| Outbound to | KFLLFort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport | 10 | $22,850 |
| Outbound to | KSFBOrlando Sanford International Airport | 10 | $27,432 |
| Outbound to | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 10 | $42,400 |
| Outbound to | MMUNCancun International Airport | 10 | $48,050 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 24 |
| Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy | Super Midsize Jet | 13 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 10 |
| Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Super Midsize Jet | 10 |
| Cessna Citation Sovereign | Super Midsize Jet | 9 |
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 256 live empty-leg listings — 122 departing and 134 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KDTW?
The median ask at KDTW is $26,550 across 256 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 from KATL (Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport), with 24 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KDTW most often?
The Gulfstream G550, a Ultra Long Range, is the most common model on empty legs at KDTW, with 24 live listings (~9% 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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