Empty-leg hub
KSAN — San Diego International Airport
United StatesSan Diego
San Diego International Airport (KSAN) in San Diego, United States is an inbound empty-leg hub with 1,617 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $22,500.
1617 live empty legs involving KSAN
- Code
- KSAN
- Traffic
- 8.9/10
- Runways
- 1
- Longest
- 9,401 ft
- Live legs
- 1617
Empty-leg demand
San Diego International Airport (KSAN) in San Diego, United States is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 1,232 of 1,617 live legs (76%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Dassault Falcon 900EX (Heavy Jet) dominates empty-leg capacity at KSAN, accounting for about 58% of live inventory (932 of 1,617 legs).
The busiest live corridors at KSAN are to KMIA (60), to KJFK (44), and from MMSD (41).
Priced empty legs at KSAN center on a median ask of $22,500, with an observed range of $2,500–$271,700 (1,617 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- KSAN: 1,617 live empty legs (385 out / 1,232 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KSAN: $22,500 (n=1,617).
- Busiest corridor: to KMIA (60 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Dassault Falcon 900EX (932 legs, ~58%).
Inbound repositioning into KSAN creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 1,617 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 | KMIAMiami International Airport | 60 | $70,950 |
| Outbound to | KJFKJohn F Kennedy International Airport | 44 | $52,250 |
| Inbound from | MMSDLos Cabos International Airport | 41 | $44,200 |
| Outbound to | MMSDLos Cabos International Airport | 40 | $37,600 |
| Inbound from | EIDWDublin Airport | 36 | $135,800 |
| Inbound from | KLAXLos Angeles International Airport | 16 | $10,850 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Dassault Falcon 900EX | Heavy Jet | 932 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 169 |
| Cessna Citation VII | Midsize Jet | 43 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 25 |
| Pilatus PC-12 | Turboprop | 22 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- SAN
- ICAO
- KSAN
- City
- San Diego
- Country
- United States
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 17 ft
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 9,401 ft
- Traffic score
- 8.9 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- san.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 9,401 ft | 200 ft | PEM | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KSAN for empty legs?
San Diego International Airport (KSAN) has 1,617 live empty-leg listings — 385 departing and 1,232 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KSAN?
The median ask at KSAN is $22,500 across 1,617 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KSAN?
The strongest live corridor at KSAN is to KMIA (Miami International Airport), with 60 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KSAN most often?
The Dassault Falcon 900EX, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KSAN, with 932 live listings (~58% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for San Diego International Airport?
The primary code for San Diego International Airport is KSAN.
Where is KSAN airport located?
San Diego International Airport (KSAN) is in San Diego, United States.
What is the ICAO code for SAN?
The ICAO code for San Diego International Airport (SAN) is KSAN.
What is the longest runway at KSAN?
The longest runway at San Diego International Airport (KSAN) is 9,401 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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