The CEO of a Private Aviation Company Explains the ‘Empty Leg’ Trick That Can Make Chartering Jets Cheaper
By Taylor Rains
Chartering a private jet is often considered a luxury reserved for the wealthy, but there is a lesser-known strategy that can make it more accessible: booking an “empty leg” flight. The CEO of a private aviation company recently explained how this trick can significantly reduce the cost of chartering a jet.l
Empty leg flights occur when a private jet needs to return to its home base or travel to a different location for its next client, without any passengers on board. To avoid flying empty, companies offer these flights at a discounted rate, sometimes up to 75% off the standard price. This is an opportunity for savvy travelers to experience private jet travel at a fraction of the cost.
However, booking an empty leg flight requires flexibility. The schedule is determined by the needs
