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Frequently Asked
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Everything you need to know about empty leg flights

What is an empty leg flight?

An empty leg flight is a one-way private jet flight sold at a discount because the aircraft has to fly without passengers to its next paid booking. Operators publish these positioning legs on marketplaces like SkyAccess at 25–80% below retail charter pricing.

How much can I save on an empty leg flight?

Typical savings are 25–80% off the equivalent retail charter rate. The deepest discounts hit inside the 72-hour window before departure, when operators aggressively reprice unsold positioning legs to recover committed costs.

Are empty leg flights safe?

Yes. Every empty leg on SkyAccess is operated under an active air carrier certificate (Part 135 in the U.S., or the equivalent authority abroad), by the same crew, on the same aircraft, with the same maintenance and safety oversight as a retail charter. The discount comes from schedule constraints, not from a different operating standard.

When is the best time to book an empty leg?

24–72 hours before departure on heavy-traffic corridors (Northeast ↔ Florida, NYC ↔ Hamptons, LA ↔ Vegas, West Coast → ski markets). Booking 14+ days out usually means leaving 15-25 percentage points of discount on the table.

Can the date or route of an empty leg change?

The schedule and routing are dictated by the originating paid booking that creates the positioning need. If the originating booking moves or cancels, the empty leg can be voided — reputable marketplaces refund the empty-leg buyer in full when this happens. For fixed-date trips, an on-demand charter is the right product instead.