Empty-leg hub
KLEX — Blue Grass Airport
United StatesLexington
Blue Grass Airport (KLEX) in Lexington, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 147 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $36,500.
147 live empty legs involving KLEX
Empty-leg demand
Blue Grass Airport (KLEX) in Lexington, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 99 of 147 live legs (67%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at KLEX is led by Gulfstream G550 (Ultra Long Range) (16 legs), with Bombardier Challenger 604, Learjet 60 also active.
The busiest live corridors at KLEX are from KELP (20), to KLAS (13), and from KBXK (5).
Priced empty legs at KLEX center on a median ask of $36,500, with an observed range of $6,800–$244,400 (147 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KLEX: 147 live empty legs (48 out / 99 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KLEX: $36,500 (n=147).
- Busiest corridor: from KELP (20 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Gulfstream G550 (16 legs, ~11%).
Inbound repositioning into KLEX creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 147 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 | KELPEl Paso International Airport | 20 | $40,250 |
| Outbound to | KLASHarry Reid International Airport | 13 | $32,300 |
| Inbound from | KBXKBuckeye Municipal Airport | 5 | $38,200 |
| Inbound from | KE25Wickenburg Municipal Airport | 5 | $38,100 |
| Inbound from | KE63Gila Bend Municipal Airport | 5 | $38,300 |
| Inbound from | KSGUSt George Regional Airport | 5 | $37,800 |
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 | 16 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 10 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 10 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 8 |
| Learjet 75 | Super Light Jet | 8 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- LEX
- ICAO
- KLEX
- City
- Lexington
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 979 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 7,003 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.5 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- bluegrassairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 7,003 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 09/27 | 4,000 ft | 75 ft | concrete | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KLEX for empty legs?
Blue Grass Airport (KLEX) has 147 live empty-leg listings — 48 departing and 99 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KLEX?
The median ask at KLEX is $36,500 across 147 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KLEX?
The strongest live corridor at KLEX is from KELP (El Paso International Airport), with 20 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KLEX most often?
The Gulfstream G550, a Ultra Long Range, is the most common model on empty legs at KLEX, with 16 live listings (~11% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Blue Grass Airport?
The primary code for Blue Grass Airport is KLEX.
Where is KLEX airport located?
Blue Grass Airport (KLEX) is in Lexington, United States.
What is the ICAO code for LEX?
The ICAO code for Blue Grass Airport (LEX) is KLEX.
What is the longest runway at KLEX?
The longest runway at Blue Grass Airport (KLEX) is 7,003 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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