Empty-leg hub
KVEL — Vernal Regional Airport
United StatesVernal
Vernal Regional Airport (KVEL) in Vernal, United States is an outbound empty-leg hub with 578 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $36,400.
578 live empty legs involving KVEL
- Code
- KVEL
- Traffic
- 5.2/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 7,000 ft
- Live legs
- 578
Empty-leg demand
Vernal Regional Airport (KVEL) in Vernal, United States is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 375 of 578 live legs (65%) leave KVEL, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at KVEL are to KFTG (33), to KDEN (32), and from KFTG (31).
Priced empty legs at KVEL center on a median ask of $36,400, with an observed range of $4,200–$100,000 (578 priced listings).
Aircraft mix at KVEL is led by Gulfstream GV (Ultra Long Range) (262 legs), with Cessna CitationJet, Gulfstream GIV also active.
Key takeaways
- KVEL: 578 live empty legs (375 out / 203 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KVEL: $36,400 (n=578).
- Busiest corridor: to KFTG (33 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Gulfstream GV (262 legs, ~45%).
Outbound empty legs leaving KVEL creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 578 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 | KFTGColorado Air and Space Port | 33 | $4,200 |
| Outbound to | KDENDenver International Airport | 32 | $4,200 |
| Inbound from | KFTGColorado Air and Space Port | 31 | $4,200 |
| Inbound from | KDENDenver International Airport | 29 | $4,200 |
| Inbound from | KPHXPhoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | 21 | $5,600 |
| Outbound to | KPHXPhoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | 21 | $5,600 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 262 |
| Cessna CitationJet | Light Jet | 168 |
| Gulfstream GIV | Heavy Jet | 19 |
| Bombardier Challenger 350 | Super Midsize Jet | 16 |
| Learjet 60XR | Midsize Jet | 16 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- VEL
- ICAO
- KVEL
- City
- Vernal
- Country
- United States
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 5,278 ft
- Timezone
- America/Denver
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 7,000 ft
- Traffic score
- 5.2 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 7,000 ft | 100 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 07/25 | 4,108 ft | 60 ft | ASP | Yes |
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FAQ
How active is KVEL for empty legs?
Vernal Regional Airport (KVEL) has 578 live empty-leg listings — 375 departing and 203 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KVEL?
The median ask at KVEL is $36,400 across 578 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KVEL?
The strongest live corridor at KVEL is to KFTG (Colorado Air and Space Port), with 33 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KVEL most often?
The Gulfstream GV, a Ultra Long Range, is the most common model on empty legs at KVEL, with 262 live listings (~45% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Vernal Regional Airport?
The primary code for Vernal Regional Airport is KVEL.
Where is KVEL airport located?
Vernal Regional Airport (KVEL) is in Vernal, United States.
What is the ICAO code for VEL?
The ICAO code for Vernal Regional Airport (VEL) is KVEL.
What is the longest runway at KVEL?
The longest runway at Vernal Regional Airport (KVEL) is 7,000 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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