Empty-leg hub
KSMO — Santa Monica Municipal Airport
United StatesSanta Monica
Santa Monica Municipal Airport (KSMO) in Santa Monica, United States is an outbound empty-leg hub with 657 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $20,300.
657 live empty legs involving KSMO
- Code
- KSMO
- Traffic
- 6.9/10
- Runways
- 1
- Longest
- 3,500 ft
- Live legs
- 657
Empty-leg demand
Santa Monica Municipal Airport (KSMO) in Santa Monica, United States is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 544 of 657 live legs (83%) leave KSMO, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at KSMO are from KBOI (10), to KMRY (9), and from KMRY (8).
Priced empty legs at KSMO center on a median ask of $20,300, with an observed range of $997–$93,300 (657 priced listings).
Bombardier Challenger 350 (Super Midsize Jet) dominates empty-leg capacity at KSMO, accounting for about 77% of live inventory (508 of 657 legs).
Key takeaways
- KSMO: 657 live empty legs (544 out / 113 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KSMO: $20,300 (n=657).
- Busiest corridor: from KBOI (10 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Challenger 350 (508 legs, ~77%).
Outbound empty legs leaving KSMO creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 657 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 | KBOIBoise Air Terminal/Gowen Field | 10 | $9,600 |
| Outbound to | KMRYMonterey Peninsula Airport | 9 | $10,200 |
| Inbound from | KMRYMonterey Peninsula Airport | 8 | $10,300 |
| Outbound to | KBOIBoise Air Terminal/Gowen Field | 6 | $10,000 |
| Inbound from | KOMAEppley Airfield | 5 | $13,500 |
| Inbound from | KBJCRocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport | 4 | $16,250 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Challenger 350 | Super Midsize Jet | 508 |
| Pilatus PC-12 NG | Turboprop | 26 |
| Pilatus PC-12 | Turboprop | 20 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 8 |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Midsize Jet | 8 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- SMO
- ICAO
- KSMO
- City
- Santa Monica
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 170 ft
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 3,500 ft
- Traffic score
- 6.9 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- smgov.net
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 3,500 ft | 150 ft | Asphalt | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is KSMO for empty legs?
Santa Monica Municipal Airport (KSMO) has 657 live empty-leg listings — 544 departing and 113 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KSMO?
The median ask at KSMO is $20,300 across 657 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KSMO?
The strongest live corridor at KSMO is from KBOI (Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field), with 10 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KSMO most often?
The Bombardier Challenger 350, a Super Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KSMO, with 508 live listings (~77% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Santa Monica Municipal Airport?
The primary code for Santa Monica Municipal Airport is KSMO.
Where is KSMO airport located?
Santa Monica Municipal Airport (KSMO) is in Santa Monica, United States.
What is the ICAO code for SMO?
The ICAO code for Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) is KSMO.
What is the longest runway at KSMO?
The longest runway at Santa Monica Municipal Airport (KSMO) is 3,500 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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