Empty-leg hub
ORBI — Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base
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Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (ORBI) in Baghdad, Iraq is a two-way empty-leg hub with 573 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $70,500.
573 live empty legs involving ORBI
Empty-leg demand
Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (ORBI) in Baghdad, Iraq sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 347 outbound and 226 inbound across 573 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at ORBI center on a median ask of $70,500, with an observed range of $36,900–$420,900 (573 priced listings).
Repositioning into ORBI is concentrated from EHAM, LEMG, OTHH.
Aircraft mix at ORBI is led by Embraer Praetor 600 (Super Midsize Jet) (199 legs), with Embraer Lineage 1000, Airbus ACJ319 also active.
Key takeaways
- ORBI: 573 live empty legs (347 out / 226 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at ORBI: $70,500 (n=573).
- Busiest corridor: from EHAM (11 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Embraer Praetor 600 (199 legs, ~35%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at ORBI creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 573 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 | EHAMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol | 11 | $182,600 |
| Inbound from | LEMGMalaga-Costa del Sol Airport | 11 | $204,400 |
| Inbound from | OTHHHamad International Airport | 10 | $77,950 |
| Inbound from | EDLWDortmund Airport | 5 | $138,300 |
| Inbound from | LEGRF.G.L. Airport Granada-Jaen Airport | 4 | $196,150 |
| Inbound from | LGTSThessaloniki Macedonia International Airport | 4 | $136,250 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Embraer Praetor 600 | Super Midsize Jet | 199 |
| Embraer Lineage 1000 | VIP Airliner | 167 |
| Airbus ACJ319 | VIP Airliner | 14 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 14 |
| Embraer Legacy 650 | Heavy Jet | 13 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- BGW
- ICAO
- ORBI
- City
- Baghdad
- Country
- Iraq
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 114 ft
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Region
- Asia
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 13,124 ft
- Traffic score
- 6.1 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15L/33R | 13,124 ft | 197 ft | CON | Yes |
| 15R/33L | 10,830 ft | 148 ft | CON | No |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is ORBI for empty legs?
Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (ORBI) has 573 live empty-leg listings — 347 departing and 226 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at ORBI?
The median ask at ORBI is $70,500 across 573 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at ORBI?
The strongest live corridor at ORBI is from EHAM (Amsterdam Airport Schiphol), with 11 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at ORBI most often?
The Embraer Praetor 600, a Super Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at ORBI, with 199 live listings (~35% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base?
The primary code for Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base is ORBI.
Where is ORBI airport located?
Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (ORBI) is in Baghdad, Iraq.
What is the ICAO code for BGW?
The ICAO code for Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW) is ORBI.
What is the longest runway at ORBI?
The longest runway at Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (ORBI) is 13,124 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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