Empty-leg hub
OMDW — Al Maktoum International Airport
United Arab EmiratesJebel Ali
Al Maktoum International Airport (OMDW) in Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates is an inbound empty-leg hub with 339 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $128,700.
339 live empty legs involving OMDW
Empty-leg demand
Al Maktoum International Airport (OMDW) in Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 269 of 339 live legs (79%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at OMDW is led by Bombardier Challenger 604 (Heavy Jet) (16 legs), with Bombardier Challenger 605, Dassault Falcon 8X also active.
The busiest live corridors at OMDW are to LEBL (17), from LFSB (16), and from VOBL (13).
Priced empty legs at OMDW center on a median ask of $128,700, with an observed range of $14,300–$560,400 (339 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- OMDW: 339 live empty legs (70 out / 269 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at OMDW: $128,700 (n=339).
- Busiest corridor: to LEBL (17 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Bombardier Challenger 604 (16 legs, ~5%).
Inbound repositioning into OMDW creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 339 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 | LEBLJosep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport | 17 | $132,400 |
| Inbound from | LFSBEuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg | 16 | $124,750 |
| Inbound from | VOBLKempegowda International Airport | 13 | $84,500 |
| Outbound to | HESHSharm El Sheikh International Airport | 8 | $52,600 |
| Inbound from | LSZHZurich Airport | 7 | $120,200 |
| Outbound to | OERKKing Khaled International Airport | 7 | $30,600 |
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 | 16 |
| Bombardier Challenger 605 | Heavy Jet | 16 |
| Dassault Falcon 8X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 16 |
| Dassault Falcon 6X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 15 |
| Dassault Falcon 7X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 13 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- DWC
- ICAO
- OMDW
- City
- Jebel Ali
- Country
- United Arab Emirates
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 114 ft
- Timezone
- Asia/Dubai
- Region
- Asia
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 14,764 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.3 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- dubaiairports.ae
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 14,764 ft | 197 ft | ASPH | Yes |
| 13/31 | 6,030 ft | 98 ft | asphalt | No |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is OMDW for empty legs?
Al Maktoum International Airport (OMDW) has 339 live empty-leg listings — 70 departing and 269 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at OMDW?
The median ask at OMDW is $128,700 across 339 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at OMDW?
The strongest live corridor at OMDW is to LEBL (Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport), with 17 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at OMDW most often?
The Bombardier Challenger 604, a Heavy Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at OMDW, with 16 live listings (~5% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Al Maktoum International Airport?
The primary code for Al Maktoum International Airport is OMDW.
Where is OMDW airport located?
Al Maktoum International Airport (OMDW) is in Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates.
What is the ICAO code for DWC?
The ICAO code for Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is OMDW.
What is the longest runway at OMDW?
The longest runway at Al Maktoum International Airport (OMDW) is 14,764 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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