Empty-leg hub
OLBA — Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport
LebanonBeirut
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (OLBA) in Beirut, Lebanon is a two-way empty-leg hub with 331 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $123,200.
331 live empty legs involving OLBA
Empty-leg demand
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (OLBA) in Beirut, Lebanon sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 156 outbound and 175 inbound across 331 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at OLBA center on a median ask of $123,200, with an observed range of $20,400–$405,400 (331 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at OLBA are to HECA (11), from EDDF (9), and from EFRO (6).
Aircraft mix at OLBA is led by Dassault Falcon 7X (Ultra Long Range Jet) (26 legs), with Cessna Citation Sovereign, Bombardier Challenger 3500 also active.
Key takeaways
- OLBA: 331 live empty legs (156 out / 175 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at OLBA: $123,200 (n=331).
- Busiest corridor: to HECA (11 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Dassault Falcon 7X (26 legs, ~8%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at OLBA creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 331 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 | HECACairo International Airport | 11 | $49,200 |
| Inbound from | EDDFFrankfurt Airport | 9 | $129,400 |
| Inbound from | EFRORovaniemi Airport | 6 | $158,000 |
| Outbound to | LFSDDijon-Bourgogne Airport | 6 | $167,500 |
| Outbound to | EDDHHamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport | 5 | $127,800 |
| Outbound to | OEJNKing Abdulaziz International Airport | 5 | $92,400 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Dassault Falcon 7X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 26 |
| Cessna Citation Sovereign | Super Midsize Jet | 18 |
| Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Super Midsize Jet | 12 |
| Bombardier Challenger 605 | Heavy Jet | 11 |
| Bombardier Challenger 601-3A | Heavy Jet | 9 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- BEY
- ICAO
- OLBA
- City
- Beirut
- Country
- Lebanon
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 87 ft
- Timezone
- Asia/Beirut
- Region
- Asia
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 12,467 ft
- Traffic score
- 6.3 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- beirutairport.gov.lb
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 12,467 ft | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
| 16/34 | 11,138 ft | 148 ft | CON | Yes |
| 17/35 | 10,663 ft | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is OLBA for empty legs?
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (OLBA) has 331 live empty-leg listings — 156 departing and 175 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at OLBA?
The median ask at OLBA is $123,200 across 331 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at OLBA?
The strongest live corridor at OLBA is to HECA (Cairo International Airport), with 11 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at OLBA most often?
The Dassault Falcon 7X, a Ultra Long Range Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at OLBA, with 26 live listings (~8% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport?
The primary code for Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport is OLBA.
Where is OLBA airport located?
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (OLBA) is in Beirut, Lebanon.
What is the ICAO code for BEY?
The ICAO code for Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) is OLBA.
What is the longest runway at OLBA?
The longest runway at Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (OLBA) is 12,467 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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