Empty-leg hub
LGSM — Samos Airport
GreeceSamos Island
Samos Airport (LGSM) in Samos Island, Greece is a two-way empty-leg hub with 519 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $42,900.
519 live empty legs involving LGSM
Empty-leg demand
Samos Airport (LGSM) in Samos Island, Greece sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 323 outbound and 196 inbound across 519 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at LGSM center on a median ask of $42,900, with an observed range of $11,000–$222,500 (519 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at LGSM are to LFMN (26), to LKPR (20), and from LEIB (19).
Aircraft mix at LGSM is led by Embraer Lineage 1000 (VIP Airliner) (180 legs), with Bombardier Challenger 3500, Cessna Citation XLS+ also active.
Key takeaways
- LGSM: 519 live empty legs (323 out / 196 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at LGSM: $42,900 (n=519).
- Busiest corridor: to LFMN (26 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Embraer Lineage 1000 (180 legs, ~35%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at LGSM creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 519 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 | LFMNNice-Cote d'Azur Airport | 26 | $37,850 |
| Outbound to | LKPRVaclav Havel Airport Prague | 20 | $34,050 |
| Inbound from | LEIBIbiza Airport | 19 | $46,700 |
| Outbound to | EHAMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol | 18 | $46,450 |
| Outbound to | LEIBIbiza Airport | 16 | $52,800 |
| Inbound from | UDYZZvartnots International Airport | 12 | $44,050 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Embraer Lineage 1000 | VIP Airliner | 180 |
| Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Super Midsize Jet | 17 |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | Midsize Jet | 16 |
| Cessna Citation Sovereign+ | Super Midsize Jet | 13 |
| Embraer Legacy 650 | Heavy Jet | 12 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- SMI
- ICAO
- LGSM
- City
- Samos Island
- Country
- Greece
- Type
- medium airport
- Elevation
- 19 ft
- Timezone
- Europe/Athens
- Region
- Europe
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 6,706 ft
- Traffic score
- 4.1 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 6,706 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is LGSM for empty legs?
Samos Airport (LGSM) has 519 live empty-leg listings — 323 departing and 196 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at LGSM?
The median ask at LGSM is $42,900 across 519 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at LGSM?
The strongest live corridor at LGSM is to LFMN (Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport), with 26 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at LGSM most often?
The Embraer Lineage 1000, a VIP Airliner, is the most common model on empty legs at LGSM, with 180 live listings (~35% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Samos Airport?
The primary code for Samos Airport is LGSM.
Where is LGSM airport located?
Samos Airport (LGSM) is in Samos Island, Greece.
What is the ICAO code for SMI?
The ICAO code for Samos Airport (SMI) is LGSM.
What is the longest runway at LGSM?
The longest runway at Samos Airport (LGSM) is 6,706 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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