Empty-leg hub
KHOU — William P Hobby Airport
United StatesHouston
William P Hobby Airport (KHOU) in Houston, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 2,015 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $19,300.
2015 live empty legs involving KHOU
Empty-leg demand
William P Hobby Airport (KHOU) in Houston, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 1,259 outbound and 756 inbound across 2,015 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KHOU center on a median ask of $19,300, with an observed range of $2,000–$235,500 (2,015 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at KHOU are from KDCA (60), to LFMN (37), and from ENZV (27).
Aircraft mix at KHOU is led by Cessna Citation Ultra (Light Jet) (551 legs), with Learjet 60, Cessna Citation XLS+ also active.
Key takeaways
- KHOU: 2,015 live empty legs (1,259 out / 756 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KHOU: $19,300 (n=2,015).
- Busiest corridor: from KDCA (60 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Cessna Citation Ultra (551 legs, ~27%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KHOU creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 2,015 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 | KDCARonald Reagan Washington National Airport | 60 | $26,200 |
| Outbound to | LFMNNice-Cote d'Azur Airport | 37 | $171,500 |
| Inbound from | ENZVStavanger Airport, Sola | 27 | $153,100 |
| Inbound from | KRSWSouthwest Florida International Airport | 20 | $24,950 |
| Outbound to | MYNNLynden Pindling International Airport | 18 | $35,000 |
| Outbound to | KSGJNortheast Florida Regional Airport | 17 | $20,100 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation Ultra | Light Jet | 551 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 483 |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Midsize Jet | 297 |
| Cessna Citation V | Light Jet | 87 |
| Learjet 75 | Super Light Jet | 71 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- HOU
- ICAO
- KHOU
- City
- Houston
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 46 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 4
- Longest runway
- 7,602 ft
- Traffic score
- 8.6 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- fly2houston.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 7,602 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 12R/30L | 7,602 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 17/35 | 6,000 ft | 150 ft | PEM | Yes |
| 12L/30R | 5,148 ft | 100 ft | CON | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KHOU for empty legs?
William P Hobby Airport (KHOU) has 2,015 live empty-leg listings — 1,259 departing and 756 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KHOU?
The median ask at KHOU is $19,300 across 2,015 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KHOU?
The strongest live corridor at KHOU is from KDCA (Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport), with 60 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KHOU most often?
The Cessna Citation Ultra, a Light Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KHOU, with 551 live listings (~27% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for William P Hobby Airport?
The primary code for William P Hobby Airport is KHOU.
Where is KHOU airport located?
William P Hobby Airport (KHOU) is in Houston, United States.
What is the ICAO code for HOU?
The ICAO code for William P Hobby Airport (HOU) is KHOU.
What is the longest runway at KHOU?
The longest runway at William P Hobby Airport (KHOU) is 7,602 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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