Empty-leg hub
YMML — Melbourne Airport
AustraliaMelbourne
Melbourne Airport (YMML) in Melbourne, Australia is a two-way empty-leg hub with 485 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $61,400.
485 live empty legs involving YMML
Empty-leg demand
Melbourne Airport (YMML) in Melbourne, Australia sees two-way empty-leg traffic — 248 outbound and 237 inbound across 485 live legs, according to EmptyJet.
Priced empty legs at YMML center on a median ask of $61,400, with an observed range of $9,200–$564,600 (485 priced listings).
The busiest live corridors at YMML are from YPPH (69), to NZAA (63), and from YBBN (61).
Aircraft mix at YMML is led by Dassault Falcon 7X (Ultra Long Range Jet) (29 legs), with Dassault Falcon 8X, Cessna Citation Sovereign also active.
Key takeaways
- YMML: 485 live empty legs (248 out / 237 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at YMML: $61,400 (n=485).
- Busiest corridor: from YPPH (69 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Dassault Falcon 7X (29 legs, ~6%).
Two-way empty-leg flow at YMML creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 485 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 | YPPHPerth International Airport | 69 | $70,900 |
| Outbound to | NZAAAuckland International Airport | 63 | $69,000 |
| Inbound from | YBBNBrisbane International Airport | 61 | $46,900 |
| Inbound from | NZAAAuckland International Airport | 47 | $64,100 |
| Outbound to | YSSYSydney Kingsford Smith International Airport | 40 | $33,000 |
| Outbound to | NZCHChristchurch International Airport | 22 | $58,950 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Dassault Falcon 7X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 29 |
| Dassault Falcon 8X | Ultra Long Range Jet | 14 |
| Cessna Citation Sovereign | Super Midsize Jet | 12 |
| Bombardier Global 5500 | Ultra Long Range | 10 |
| Dassault Falcon 50E | Large Jet | 10 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- MEL
- ICAO
- YMML
- City
- Melbourne
- Country
- Australia
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 434 ft
- Timezone
- Australia/Sydney
- Region
- Oceania
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 11,998 ft
- Traffic score
- 8.8 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- melbourneairport.com.au
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 11,998 ft | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 09/27 | 7,500 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Nearby airports
FAQ
How active is YMML for empty legs?
Melbourne Airport (YMML) has 485 live empty-leg listings — 248 departing and 237 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at YMML?
The median ask at YMML is $61,400 across 485 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at YMML?
The strongest live corridor at YMML is from YPPH (Perth International Airport), with 69 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at YMML most often?
The Dassault Falcon 7X, a Ultra Long Range Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at YMML, with 29 live listings (~6% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Melbourne Airport?
The primary code for Melbourne Airport is YMML.
Where is YMML airport located?
Melbourne Airport (YMML) is in Melbourne, Australia.
What is the ICAO code for MEL?
The ICAO code for Melbourne Airport (MEL) is YMML.
What is the longest runway at YMML?
The longest runway at Melbourne Airport (YMML) is 11,998 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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