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Empty legs are journeys without passengers, when the aircraft returns to base or heads for another destination. AEROAFFAIRES often offers its customers empty legs. This is a win-win solution, offering passengers a very attractive fare while enabling the operator to reduce costs.
AEROAFFAIRES receives daily, throughout the day, offers from its airline partners for empty leg routes worldwide, with availability dates ranging from 1 week to 30 days in advance. These empty-leg flights enable you to rent a private jet and save up to 80% on the price of a “classic” one-way flight, under certain conditions. It is also possible to divert certain empty leg flights, if necessary, to bring them as close as possible to your departure city, while benefiting from preferential conditions.
AEROAFFAIRES enables its customers to benefit from these flights by offering them at ultra-competitive rates, enabling airlines to make aircraft returns more profitable. A win-win formula for both the company and its customers. These flights can be subject to greater scheduling constraints, offering travellers less flexibility.
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Empty flight: take advantage of low prices for private jet travel
Dreaming of booking a private jet at the last minute? Would you like to travel quickly in exclusive comfort at reduced rates? Many business jets fly empty, accounting for 40% of private flights in Europe. A good deal for a luxury trip at an unbeatable price!
What is an empty flight?
Empty leg” refers to a return journey without passengers (the customer has booked a one-way private jet ticket). After its flight, thebusiness jet must then reposition itself to return to its base or to a new destination for new passengers. In these situations, the private jet will fly empty.
In the interests of profitability, airlines want to limit costly repositioning, by offering low-cost private jet flights to fill their aircraft. In this way, part of the route costs are offset, offering airline operators a certain return on the flying hours of these aircraft.
Air traffic increases during the summer months, which means that the majority of empty flights take place in the summer. So there are plenty of opportunities to be seized, especially for your vacation departures.
Empty flights: for whom?
Empty leg flights, also known as “Empty Legs”, are specially designed to meet the needs of customers looking for a luxurious travel experience at a considerably reduced price. These business flights offer a unique opportunity to travel in the comfort and refinement of a private jet, while benefiting from low fares. For flexible passengers eager to seize travel opportunities at lower cost, empty flights can represent an attractive option. Passengers benefit from exclusive access to private terminals at departure and arrival airports.
However, it is important to note that this form of air transport may not be suitable for all types of travel. For trips requiring precise planning, personalized coordination or rigorous schedules, empty flights could present significant constraints. Passengers with specific timetable or destination requirements may prefer other, more appropriate air transport options, such as scheduled or chartered flights.
Even so, empty flights can be a perfect solution for travelers with a spontaneous and adventurous spirit. For those looking for last-minute getaways or unplanned trips, empty flights offer flexibility and accessibility that can be hard to find with other travel options.
Our available empty flights
Airlines send us empty leg offers throughout the day, with availability dates ranging from 1 week to 30 days in advance worldwide.
Our aviation experts are on hand 24/7 to help you find the right empty-leg flight for your event. Whether you need a cab, helicopter, private jet, airliner or commercial aircraft for a group flight, AEROAFFAIRES can help you book your private flight.
Trusting AEROAFFAIRES also means protecting the environment. With its SkyCO2 program, 100% of the CO2 emissions produced by each business flight are offset, supporting the preservation of forests in South America.
Read our article on how to rent a private jet, or contact us directly on +33 1 44 09 91 82.
Empty flight prices: book a private jet at a reduced price
AEROAFFAIRES often offers its customers empty-leg flights, enabling them to travel by private jet at a very competitive rate.
These “Empty Legacy” private jets enable you to rent a private aircraft and save up to 70% on the price of a “classic” one-way flight, under certain conditions. (It’s a bit like flying on a second-hand private jet)!
A “win-win” formula for both the company and its customers. However, these flights may be subject to more obligations, offering travelers less flexibility. There are a few constraints: it’s best to travel as a group, filling all the seats on the plane. What’s more, even if it is possible to divert certain empty flights to bring them as close as possible to your departure city, destinations are generally predefined and schedules are not very flexible.
Private aviation isn’t just for billionaires and celebrities. Unaccompanied flights can be an opportunity to travel cheaply on a private jet at the same fare as an airline ticket. For example, you can fly from Paris to Bordeaux for as little as 3,000 euros, or from Paris to Athens for 6,000 euros. If you’ve never usedbusiness aviation before, take a look at our article on how to travel by private jet.
Private jets for empty flights
Favourite destinations for empty flights
What is an empty flight?
An empty flight is a flight made by a private jet when it has no passengers or cargo to carry. This can happen when the aircraft is waiting for new passengers or in transit between two destinations.
Why do planes fly empty?
Aircraft make empty flights for several reasons. It could be to position themselves for a future commercial flight, to return to base after a commercial flight, or to meet a last-minute private charter request.
Are empty flights available for hire?
Yes, empty flights can be available for jet charter for passengers looking to travel quickly and cost-effectively. Private aviation companies can offer empty flights at attractive prices to fill slots between commercial flights.
Are empty flights cheaper than traditional private flights?
Chartering empty flights can be cheaper than traditional private flights, as private aviation companies seek to fill the slots between commercial flights. However, the price depends on the availability of the aircraft, the destination, the duration of the flight and the number of passengers.
How do I book an empty flight?
Bookings can be made directly via AEROAFFAIRES. You can contact our 24/7 customer service department on +33 1 44 09 91 82. Our experts will help you find the offer that best suits your needs, based on your date, destination and number of passengers.
What are the advantages of empty flights?
Competitive fares: Savings of up to 70% compared with traditional private flights.
Access to luxury: Travel by private jet in exclusive comfort at lower cost.
Last-minute opportunity: Ideal for spontaneous travelers and those with a degree of flexibility regarding schedules and destinations.
Are there any constraints associated with this type of flight?
Yes, empty flights can present certain constraints:
- Fixed schedules: Availability is often limited and less flexible.
- Predefined destinations: The itinerary is generally fixed by the aircraft’s repositioning, although rerouting is possible in some cases.
Group travel: To optimize aircraft load factor, group travel is often recommended.
Are empty flights available all year round?
Although the majority of offers are concentrated during the summer period (due to the increase in air traffic), empty flights are offered throughout the year according to airlines’ repositioning needs.
Can I choose my destination or change my itinerary?
Destinations are mainly dictated by operators’ logistical requirements. However, it is sometimes possible to reroute an empty flight to bring it closer to your departure city, subject to availability and certain conditions.
How are empty-flight fares determined?
Fares vary according to several criteria:
- Aircraft availability
- Distance to be flown
- Demand and seasonality
Number of passengers and ability to fill all seats
These factors enable AEROAFFAIRES to offer fares that are up to 70% less expensive than traditional private flights.
Who can benefit from empty flights?
Empty flights are accessible to all travelers looking for a luxury private flight experience at a reduced rate, provided they are sufficiently flexible on schedules and itineraries. They represent an excellent opportunity for both business and leisure travellers.
What to do in the event of flight cancellation or modification?
Cancellation and modification conditions are specified at the time of booking. In the event of a change, our team will contact you promptly to propose an alternative solution adapted to your needs.
What environmental measures are in place?
AEROAFFAIRES includes environmentally-friendly solutions in its offer. Thanks to the SkyCO2 program, 100% of the CO₂ emissions generated by each business flight is offset by supporting forest preservation projects in South America.
What types of aircraft are covered by these offers?
Empty flights can involve a variety of aircraft: private jets, business jets, or even airliners for group flights, depending on the offers available at the time.
Is there specific insurance for empty flights?
Empty flights comply with the same safety and insurance standards as conventional charter flights. All the necessary guarantees are presented to you at the time of booking, to ensure a worry-free trip.