Empty-leg hub
KORD — Chicago O'Hare International Airport
United StatesChicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (KORD) in Chicago, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 911 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $21,350.
911 live empty legs involving KORD
- Code
- KORD
- Traffic
- 10.0/10
- Runways
- 11
- Longest
- 13,000 ft
- Live legs
- 911
Empty-leg demand
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (KORD) in Chicago, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 464 outbound and 447 inbound across 911 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KORD center on a median ask of $21,350, with an observed range of $3,200–$331,000 (910 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at KORD are to LEBL (70), to KMIA (64), and from KOPF (64).
Aircraft mix at KORD is led by Cessna CitationJet (Light Jet) (79 legs), with Hawker 900, Dassault Falcon 7X also active.
Key takeaways
- KORD: 911 live empty legs (464 out / 447 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KORD: $21,350 (n=910).
- Busiest corridor: to LEBL (70 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Cessna CitationJet (79 legs, ~9%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KORD creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 911 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 | LEBLJosep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport | 70 | $181,300 |
| Outbound to | KMIAMiami International Airport | 64 | $27,900 |
| Inbound from | KOPFMiami-Opa Locka Executive Airport | 64 | $24,800 |
| Inbound from | KTPATampa International Airport | 60 | $22,400 |
| Inbound from | KCGICape Girardeau Regional Airport | 34 | $4,700 |
| Outbound to | KCGICape Girardeau Regional Airport | 34 | $4,700 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Cessna CitationJet | Light Jet | 79 |
| Hawker 900 | Midsize Jet | 71 |
| Dassault Falcon 7X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 62 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 46 |
| Cessna Citation XLS | Midsize Jet | 43 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- ORD
- ICAO
- KORD
- City
- Chicago
- Country
- United States
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 680 ft
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 11
- Longest runway
- 13,000 ft
- Traffic score
- 10.0 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- flychicago.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10L/28R | 13,000 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 09C/27C | 11,245 ft | 200 ft | concrete | Yes |
| 10C/28C | 10,801 ft | 200 ft | CON | Yes |
| 14L/32R | 10,005 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 15/33 | 9,686 ft | 200 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 04R/22L | 8,075 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 09R/27L | 7,967 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 04L/22R | 7,500 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 09L/27R | 7,500 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 10R/28L | 7,500 ft | 150 ft | CONCRETE | Yes |
| 18/36 | 5,332 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KORD for empty legs?
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (KORD) has 911 live empty-leg listings — 464 departing and 447 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KORD?
The median ask at KORD is $21,350 across 910 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KORD?
The strongest live corridor at KORD is to LEBL (Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport), with 70 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KORD most often?
The Cessna CitationJet, a Light Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KORD, with 79 live listings (~9% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Chicago O'Hare International Airport?
The primary code for Chicago O'Hare International Airport is KORD.
Where is KORD airport located?
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (KORD) is in Chicago, United States.
What is the ICAO code for ORD?
The ICAO code for Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is KORD.
What is the longest runway at KORD?
The longest runway at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (KORD) is 13,000 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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