Empty-leg hub
VTBS — Suvarnabhumi Airport
ThailandBangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (VTBS) in Bangkok, Thailand is an inbound empty-leg hub with 763 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $103,500.
763 live empty legs involving VTBS
Empty-leg demand
Suvarnabhumi Airport (VTBS) in Bangkok, Thailand is primarily an empty-leg arrival hub: 662 of 763 live legs (87%) are inbound, according to EmptyJet.
Aircraft mix at VTBS is led by Dassault Falcon 8X (Ultra Long Range Jet) (133 legs), with Dassault Falcon 7X, IAI Westwind I also active.
Repositioning into VTBS is concentrated from VOBL, VIDP, LLBG.
Priced empty legs at VTBS center on a median ask of $103,500, with an observed range of $5,200–$320,600 (763 priced listings).
Key takeaways
- VTBS: 763 live empty legs (101 out / 662 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at VTBS: $103,500 (n=763).
- Busiest corridor: from VOBL (116 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Dassault Falcon 8X (133 legs, ~17%).
Inbound repositioning into VTBS creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 763 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 | VOBLKempegowda International Airport | 116 | $58,300 |
| Inbound from | VIDPIndira Gandhi International Airport | 64 | $64,800 |
| Inbound from | LLBGBen Gurion International Airport | 50 | $134,200 |
| Inbound from | OPLAAllama Iqbal International Airport | 43 | $65,900 |
| Inbound from | VYYYYangon International Airport | 32 | $37,700 |
| Inbound from | EDDHHamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport | 30 | $182,000 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Dassault Falcon 8X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 133 |
| Dassault Falcon 7X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 64 |
| IAI Westwind I | Midsize Jet | 32 |
| Hawker 125-600 | Midsize Jet | 29 |
| Bombardier Challenger 605 | Heavy Jet | 23 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- BKK
- ICAO
- VTBS
- City
- Bangkok
- Country
- Thailand
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 5 ft
- Timezone
- Asia/Jakarta
- Region
- Asia
- Runways
- 3
- Longest runway
- 13,123 ft
- Traffic score
- 8.7 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 13,123 ft | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 02L/20R | 13,123 ft | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 02R/20L | 12,139 ft | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
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FAQ
How active is VTBS for empty legs?
Suvarnabhumi Airport (VTBS) has 763 live empty-leg listings — 101 departing and 662 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at VTBS?
The median ask at VTBS is $103,500 across 763 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at VTBS?
The strongest live corridor at VTBS is from VOBL (Kempegowda International Airport), with 116 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at VTBS most often?
The Dassault Falcon 8X, a Ultra Long Range Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at VTBS, with 133 live listings (~17% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Suvarnabhumi Airport?
The primary code for Suvarnabhumi Airport is VTBS.
Where is VTBS airport located?
Suvarnabhumi Airport (VTBS) is in Bangkok, Thailand.
What is the ICAO code for BKK?
The ICAO code for Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is VTBS.
What is the longest runway at VTBS?
The longest runway at Suvarnabhumi Airport (VTBS) is 13,123 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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