Empty-leg hub
VCBI — Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport
Sri LankaColombo
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (VCBI) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is an inbound empty-leg hub with 361 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $66,800.
361 live empty legs involving VCBI
Empty-leg demand
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (VCBI) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 240 of 361 live legs (66%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at VCBI is led by IAI Westwind I (Midsize Jet) (21 legs), with Hawker 125-600, Gulfstream G200 also active.
The busiest live corridors at VCBI are from OPLA (65), from OEDF (60), and to OPLA (60).
Priced empty legs at VCBI center on a median ask of $66,800, with an observed range of $21,300–$239,100 (361 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- VCBI: 361 live empty legs (121 out / 240 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at VCBI: $66,800 (n=361).
- Busiest corridor: from OPLA (65 legs).
- Most common aircraft: IAI Westwind I (21 legs, ~6%).
Inbound repositioning into VCBI creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 361 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 | OPLAAllama Iqbal International Airport | 65 | $65,800 |
| Inbound from | OEDFKing Fahd International Airport | 60 | $76,200 |
| Outbound to | OPLAAllama Iqbal International Airport | 60 | $55,350 |
| Inbound from | VGHSHazrat Shahjalal International Airport | 38 | $39,150 |
| Outbound to | OEDFKing Fahd International Airport | 36 | $70,700 |
| Inbound from | LKPRVaclav Havel Airport Prague | 14 | $145,650 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| IAI Westwind I | Midsize Jet | 21 |
| Hawker 125-600 | Midsize Jet | 18 |
| Gulfstream G200 | Midsize Jet | 16 |
| Hawker 125-700 | Midsize Jet | 15 |
| Hawker 600 | Midsize Jet | 13 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- CMB
- ICAO
- VCBI
- City
- Colombo
- Country
- Sri Lanka
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 30 ft
- Timezone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Region
- Asia
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 10,991 ft
- Traffic score
- 6.3 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- airport.lk
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 10,991 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is VCBI for empty legs?
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (VCBI) has 361 live empty-leg listings — 121 departing and 240 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at VCBI?
The median ask at VCBI is $66,800 across 361 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at VCBI?
The strongest live corridor at VCBI is from OPLA (Allama Iqbal International Airport), with 65 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at VCBI most often?
The IAI Westwind I, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at VCBI, with 21 live listings (~6% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport?
The primary code for Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport is VCBI.
Where is VCBI airport located?
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (VCBI) is in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
What is the ICAO code for CMB?
The ICAO code for Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) is VCBI.
What is the longest runway at VCBI?
The longest runway at Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (VCBI) is 10,991 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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