Empty-leg hub
KMDW — Chicago Midway International Airport
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Chicago Midway International Airport (KMDW) in Chicago, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 384 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $19,450.
384 live empty legs involving KMDW
Empty-leg demand
Chicago Midway International Airport (KMDW) in Chicago, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 262 of 384 live legs (68%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at KMDW is led by Learjet 60 (Midsize Jet) (91 legs), with Gulfstream G200, Gulfstream G550 also active.
Empty legs leaving KMDW concentrate toward KSRQ, KVNY, LEVC.
Priced empty legs at KMDW center on a median ask of $19,450, with an observed range of $3,200–$279,000 (384 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KMDW: 384 live empty legs (122 out / 262 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KMDW: $19,450 (n=384).
- Busiest corridor: to KSRQ (18 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Learjet 60 (91 legs, ~24%).
Inbound repositioning into KMDW creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 384 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 | KSRQSarasota Bradenton International Airport | 18 | $24,500 |
| Outbound to | KVNYVan Nuys Airport | 10 | $38,900 |
| Outbound to | LEVCValencia Airport | 10 | $120,850 |
| Outbound to | KFLLFort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport | 9 | $22,300 |
| Outbound to | KMIAMiami International Airport | 9 | $25,700 |
| Outbound to | KLASHarry Reid International Airport | 7 | $23,500 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 91 |
| Gulfstream G200 | Midsize Jet | 37 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 23 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 18 |
| Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy | Super Midsize Jet | 15 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- MDW
- ICAO
- KMDW
- City
- Chicago
- Country
- United States
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 620 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 5
- Longest runway
- 6,522 ft
- Traffic score
- 8.8 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- flychicago.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13C/31C | 6,522 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 04R/22L | 6,446 ft | 150 ft | PEM | Yes |
| 04L/22R | 5,507 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 13L/31R | 5,141 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 13R/31L | 3,859 ft | 60 ft | CON | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KMDW for empty legs?
Chicago Midway International Airport (KMDW) has 384 live empty-leg listings — 122 departing and 262 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KMDW?
The median ask at KMDW is $19,450 across 384 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KMDW?
The strongest live corridor at KMDW is to KSRQ (Sarasota Bradenton International Airport), with 18 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KMDW most often?
The Learjet 60, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KMDW, with 91 live listings (~24% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Chicago Midway International Airport?
The primary code for Chicago Midway International Airport is KMDW.
Where is KMDW airport located?
Chicago Midway International Airport (KMDW) is in Chicago, United States.
What is the ICAO code for MDW?
The ICAO code for Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is KMDW.
What is the longest runway at KMDW?
The longest runway at Chicago Midway International Airport (KMDW) is 6,522 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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