Empty-leg hub
VOBL — Kempegowda International Airport
IndiaBangalore
Kempegowda International Airport (VOBL) in Bangalore, India is an outbound empty-leg hub with 512 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $74,350.
512 live empty legs involving VOBL
Empty-leg demand
Kempegowda International Airport (VOBL) in Bangalore, India is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 357 of 512 live legs (70%) leave VOBL, according to EmptyJet.
The busiest live corridors at VOBL are to VTBS (116), to EGLL (56), and from VVTS (56).
Priced empty legs at VOBL center on a median ask of $74,350, with an observed range of $15,900–$435,400 (512 priced listings).
Aircraft mix at VOBL is led by Hawker 125-600 (Midsize Jet) (53 legs), with Cessna Citation Sovereign+, Cessna Citation X+ also active.
Key takeaways
- VOBL: 512 live empty legs (357 out / 155 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at VOBL: $74,350 (n=512).
- Busiest corridor: to VTBS (116 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Hawker 125-600 (53 legs, ~10%).
Outbound empty legs leaving VOBL creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 512 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 | VTBSSuvarnabhumi Airport | 116 | $58,300 |
| Outbound to | EGLLLondon Heathrow Airport | 56 | $188,400 |
| Inbound from | VVTSTan Son Nhat International Airport | 56 | $80,500 |
| Outbound to | VVTSTan Son Nhat International Airport | 56 | $64,750 |
| Outbound to | WADDDenpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport | 56 | $90,700 |
| Inbound from | WADDDenpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport | 51 | $92,100 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Hawker 125-600 | Midsize Jet | 53 |
| Cessna Citation Sovereign+ | Super Midsize Jet | 34 |
| Cessna Citation X+ | Super Midsize Jet | 28 |
| IAI Westwind I | Midsize Jet | 28 |
| Dassault Falcon 7X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 21 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- BLR
- ICAO
- VOBL
- City
- Bangalore
- Country
- India
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 3,000 ft
- Timezone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Region
- Asia
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 13,123 ft
- Traffic score
- 8.5 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- bengaluruairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09L/27R | 13,123 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 09R/27L | 13,123 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is VOBL for empty legs?
Kempegowda International Airport (VOBL) has 512 live empty-leg listings — 357 departing and 155 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at VOBL?
The median ask at VOBL is $74,350 across 512 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at VOBL?
The strongest live corridor at VOBL is to VTBS (Suvarnabhumi Airport), with 116 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at VOBL most often?
The Hawker 125-600, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at VOBL, with 53 live listings (~10% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Kempegowda International Airport?
The primary code for Kempegowda International Airport is VOBL.
Where is VOBL airport located?
Kempegowda International Airport (VOBL) is in Bangalore, India.
What is the ICAO code for BLR?
The ICAO code for Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) is VOBL.
What is the longest runway at VOBL?
The longest runway at Kempegowda International Airport (VOBL) is 13,123 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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