Empty-leg hub
KMKC — Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport
United StatesKansas City
Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (KMKC) in Kansas City, United States is an outbound empty-leg hub with 412 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $17,100.
412 live empty legs involving KMKC
- Code
- KMKC
- Traffic
- 7.2/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 6,817 ft
- Live legs
- 412
Empty-leg demand
Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (KMKC) in Kansas City, United States is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 278 of 412 live legs (67%) leave KMKC, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at KMKC are from KCHS (10), to KIAD (8), and from KPSP (6).
Priced empty legs at KMKC center on a median ask of $17,100, with an observed range of $3,200–$165,300 (412 priced listings).
Aircraft mix at KMKC is led by Bombardier Challenger 604 (Heavy Jet) (200 legs), with Cessna Citation Ultra, Gulfstream GV also active.
Key takeaways
- KMKC: 412 live empty legs (278 out / 134 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KMKC: $17,100 (n=412).
- Busiest corridor: from KCHS (10 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Challenger 604 (200 legs, ~49%).
Outbound empty legs leaving KMKC creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 412 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 | KCHSCharleston International Airport | 10 | $23,650 |
| Outbound to | KIADWashington Dulles International Airport | 8 | $18,650 |
| Inbound from | KPSPPalm Springs International Airport | 6 | $10,200 |
| Outbound to | KPSPPalm Springs International Airport | 5 | $13,100 |
| Inbound from | KSDLScottsdale Airport | 5 | $10,300 |
| Inbound from | KTEBTeterboro Airport | 5 | $20,500 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 200 |
| Cessna Citation Ultra | Light Jet | 24 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 22 |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Midsize Jet | 18 |
| Gulfstream G550 | Ultra Long Range | 16 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- MKC
- ICAO
- KMKC
- City
- Kansas City
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 759 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 6,817 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.2 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/19 | 6,817 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 4/22 | 5,050 ft | 100 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KMKC for empty legs?
Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (KMKC) has 412 live empty-leg listings — 278 departing and 134 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KMKC?
The median ask at KMKC is $17,100 across 412 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KMKC?
The strongest live corridor at KMKC is from KCHS (Charleston International Airport), with 10 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KMKC most often?
The Bombardier Challenger 604, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KMKC, with 200 live listings (~49% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport?
The primary code for Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport is KMKC.
Where is KMKC airport located?
Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (KMKC) is in Kansas City, United States.
What is the ICAO code for MKC?
The ICAO code for Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) is KMKC.
What is the longest runway at KMKC?
The longest runway at Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (KMKC) is 6,817 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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