Empty-leg hub
LFBD — Bordeaux-Merignac Airport
FranceBordeaux/Merignac
Bordeaux-Merignac Airport (LFBD) in Bordeaux/Merignac, France is an outbound empty-leg hub with 426 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $30,550.
426 live empty legs involving LFBD
Empty-leg demand
Bordeaux-Merignac Airport (LFBD) in Bordeaux/Merignac, France is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 291 of 426 live legs (68%) leave LFBD, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at LFBD are to VHHH (54), to ENGM (22), and from EGLL (14).
Priced empty legs at LFBD center on a median ask of $30,550, with an observed range of $5,330–$252,000 (426 priced listings).
Aircraft mix at LFBD is led by Bombardier Challenger 604 (Heavy Jet) (96 legs), with Bombardier Challenger 650, Gulfstream GV also active.
Key takeaways
- LFBD: 426 live empty legs (291 out / 135 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at LFBD: $30,550 (n=426).
- Busiest corridor: to VHHH (54 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Challenger 604 (96 legs, ~23%).
Outbound empty legs leaving LFBD creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 426 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 | VHHHHong Kong International Airport | 54 | $212,700 |
| Outbound to | ENGMOslo Airport, Gardermoen | 22 | $29,600 |
| Inbound from | EGLLLondon Heathrow Airport | 14 | $21,400 |
| Outbound to | LFPOParis-Orly Airport | 13 | $15,500 |
| Outbound to | LFPGCharles de Gaulle International Airport | 12 | $16,650 |
| Outbound to | LFOKChalons-Vatry Airport | 8 | $15,350 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 96 |
| Bombardier Challenger 650 | Heavy Jet | 41 |
| Gulfstream GV | Ultra Long Range | 28 |
| Bombardier Global Express | Ultra Long Range | 21 |
| Dassault Falcon 8X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 20 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- BOD
- ICAO
- LFBD
- City
- Bordeaux/Merignac
- Country
- France
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 162 ft
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Region
- Europe
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 10,171 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.3 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- bordeaux.aeroport.fr
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 10,171 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 11/29 | 7,923 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is LFBD for empty legs?
Bordeaux-Merignac Airport (LFBD) has 426 live empty-leg listings — 291 departing and 135 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at LFBD?
The median ask at LFBD is $30,550 across 426 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at LFBD?
The strongest live corridor at LFBD is to VHHH (Hong Kong International Airport), with 54 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at LFBD most often?
The Bombardier Challenger 604, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at LFBD, with 96 live listings (~23% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Bordeaux-Merignac Airport?
The primary code for Bordeaux-Merignac Airport is LFBD.
Where is LFBD airport located?
Bordeaux-Merignac Airport (LFBD) is in Bordeaux/Merignac, France.
What is the ICAO code for BOD?
The ICAO code for Bordeaux-Merignac Airport (BOD) is LFBD.
What is the longest runway at LFBD?
The longest runway at Bordeaux-Merignac Airport (LFBD) is 10,171 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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