Empty-leg hub
KNEW — Lakefront Airport
United StatesNew Orleans
Lakefront Airport (KNEW) in New Orleans, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 436 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $21,900.
435 live empty legs involving KNEW
- Code
- KNEW
- Traffic
- 7.0/10
- Runways
- 3
- Longest
- 6,880 ft
- Live legs
- 435
Empty-leg demand
Lakefront Airport (KNEW) in New Orleans, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 238 outbound and 198 inbound across 436 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KNEW center on a median ask of $21,900, with an observed range of $100–$421,900 (433 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at KNEW are from KATL (8), to KSGR (4), and to KPHX (3).
Aircraft mix at KNEW is led by Dassault Falcon 2000 (Heavy Jet) (196 legs), with Learjet 60, Cessna Citation XLS+ also active.
Key takeaways
- KNEW: 436 live empty legs (238 out / 198 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KNEW: $21,900 (n=433).
- Busiest corridor: from KATL (8 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Dassault Falcon 2000 (196 legs, ~45%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KNEW creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 436 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 | 8 | $17,600 |
| Outbound to | KSGRSugar Land Regional Airport | 4 | $4,048 |
| Outbound to | KPHXPhoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | 3 | $15,100 |
| Inbound from | KUOXUniversity Oxford Airport | 3 | $3,600 |
| Outbound to | CYVRVancouver International Airport | 2 | $45,200 |
| Outbound to | KBOIBoise Air Terminal/Gowen Field | 2 | $32,600 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Dassault Falcon 2000 | Heavy Jet | 196 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 85 |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Midsize Jet | 48 |
| Cessna Citation X | Super Midsize Jet | 15 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 10 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- NEW
- ICAO
- KNEW
- City
- New Orleans
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 8 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 6,880 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.0 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- lakefrontairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18R/36L | 6,880 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 18L/36R | 3,697 ft | 75 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 09/27 | 3,113 ft | 75 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KNEW for empty legs?
Lakefront Airport (KNEW) has 436 live empty-leg listings — 238 departing and 198 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KNEW?
The median ask at KNEW is $21,900 across 433 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KNEW?
The strongest live corridor at KNEW is from KATL (Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport), with 8 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KNEW most often?
The Dassault Falcon 2000, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KNEW, with 196 live listings (~45% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Lakefront Airport?
The primary code for Lakefront Airport is KNEW.
Where is KNEW airport located?
Lakefront Airport (KNEW) is in New Orleans, United States.
What is the ICAO code for NEW?
The ICAO code for Lakefront Airport (NEW) is KNEW.
What is the longest runway at KNEW?
The longest runway at Lakefront Airport (KNEW) is 6,880 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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