Empty-leg hub
OPLA — Allama Iqbal International Airport
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Allama Iqbal International Airport (OPLA) in Lahore, Pakistan is a two-way empty-leg hub with 630 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $92,150.
630 live empty legs involving OPLA
- Code
- OPLA
- Traffic
- 6.1/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 11,024 ft
- Live legs
- 630
Empty-leg demand
Allama Iqbal International Airport (OPLA) in Lahore, Pakistan sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 333 outbound and 297 inbound across 630 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at OPLA center on a median ask of $92,150, with an observed range of $26,400–$334,300 (630 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at OPLA are from EGGW (116), to UBBB (65), and from UBBB (58).
Aircraft mix at OPLA is led by Dassault Falcon 2000LX (Super Midsize Jet) (59 legs), with Gulfstream G200, Bombardier Challenger 650 also active.
Key takeaways
- OPLA: 630 live empty legs (333 out / 297 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at OPLA: $92,150 (n=630).
- Busiest corridor: from EGGW (116 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Dassault Falcon 2000LX (59 legs, ~9%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at OPLA creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 630 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.
Live empty-leg corridors
| Direction | Airport | Live listings | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inbound from | EGGWLondon Luton Airport | 116 | $117,100 |
| Outbound to | UBBBHeydar Aliyev International Airport | 65 | $110,100 |
| Inbound from | UBBBHeydar Aliyev International Airport | 58 | $63,900 |
| Inbound from | VCBIBandaranaike International Colombo Airport | 57 | $55,300 |
| Outbound to | VCBIBandaranaike International Colombo Airport | 56 | $65,800 |
| Outbound to | EGGWLondon Luton Airport | 42 | $125,500 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Dassault Falcon 2000LX | Super Midsize Jet | 59 |
| Gulfstream G200 | Midsize Jet | 28 |
| Bombardier Challenger 650 | Heavy Jet | 26 |
| Hawker 125-600 | Midsize Jet | 26 |
| Dassault Falcon 8X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 23 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- LHE
- ICAO
- OPLA
- City
- Lahore
- Country
- Pakistan
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 712 ft
- Timezone
- Asia/Karachi
- Region
- Asia
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 11,024 ft
- Traffic score
- 6.1 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18L/36R | 11,024 ft | 151 ft | CON | Yes |
| 18R/36L | 9,000 ft | 151 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is OPLA for empty legs?
Allama Iqbal International Airport (OPLA) has 630 live empty-leg listings — 333 departing and 297 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at OPLA?
The median ask at OPLA is $92,150 across 630 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at OPLA?
The strongest live corridor at OPLA is from EGGW (London Luton Airport), with 116 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at OPLA most often?
The Dassault Falcon 2000LX, a Super Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at OPLA, with 59 live listings (~9% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Allama Iqbal International Airport?
The primary code for Allama Iqbal International Airport is OPLA.
Where is OPLA airport located?
Allama Iqbal International Airport (OPLA) is in Lahore, Pakistan.
What is the ICAO code for LHE?
The ICAO code for Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) is OPLA.
What is the longest runway at OPLA?
The longest runway at Allama Iqbal International Airport (OPLA) is 11,024 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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