Empty-leg hub
KRDU — Raleigh Durham International Airport
United StatesRaleigh/Durham
Raleigh Durham International Airport (KRDU) in Raleigh/Durham, United States is a two-way empty-leg hub with 517 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $12,100.
517 live empty legs involving KRDU
Empty-leg demand
Raleigh Durham International Airport (KRDU) in Raleigh/Durham, United States sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 262 outbound and 255 inbound across 517 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at KRDU center on a median ask of $12,100, with an observed range of $2,599–$333,100 (517 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at KRDU are to KPDX (60), from KBUF (5), and from KEUG (3).
Aircraft mix at KRDU is led by Beechcraft King Air 90 (Turboprop) (168 legs), with Pilatus PC-12, Bombardier Challenger 604 also active.
Key takeaways
- KRDU: 517 live empty legs (262 out / 255 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KRDU: $12,100 (n=517).
- Busiest corridor: to KPDX (60 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Beechcraft King Air 90 (168 legs, ~32%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at KRDU creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 517 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 | KPDXPortland International Airport | 60 | $51,500 |
| Inbound from | KBUFBuffalo Niagara International Airport | 5 | $10,647 |
| Inbound from | KEUGMahlon Sweet Field | 3 | $58,900 |
| Outbound to | KJFKJohn F Kennedy International Airport | 3 | $10,300 |
| Outbound to | KLASHarry Reid International Airport | 3 | $61,100 |
| Inbound from | KOPFMiami-Opa Locka Executive Airport | 3 | $15,100 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Beechcraft King Air 90 | Turboprop | 168 |
| Pilatus PC-12 | Turboprop | 148 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 18 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 15 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 13 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- RDU
- ICAO
- KRDU
- City
- Raleigh/Durham
- Country
- United States
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 435 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 10,000 ft
- Traffic score
- 8.7 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- rdu.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05L/23R | 10,000 ft | 150 ft | CON | Yes |
| 05R/23L | 7,500 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 14/32 | 3,570 ft | 100 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KRDU for empty legs?
Raleigh Durham International Airport (KRDU) has 517 live empty-leg listings — 262 departing and 255 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KRDU?
The median ask at KRDU is $12,100 across 517 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KRDU?
The strongest live corridor at KRDU is to KPDX (Portland International Airport), with 60 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KRDU most often?
The Beechcraft King Air 90, a Turboprop, is the most common model on empty legs at KRDU, with 168 live listings (~32% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Raleigh Durham International Airport?
The primary code for Raleigh Durham International Airport is KRDU.
Where is KRDU airport located?
Raleigh Durham International Airport (KRDU) is in Raleigh/Durham, United States.
What is the ICAO code for RDU?
The ICAO code for Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU) is KRDU.
What is the longest runway at KRDU?
The longest runway at Raleigh Durham International Airport (KRDU) is 10,000 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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