Empty-leg hub
KBUF — Buffalo Niagara International Airport
United StatesBuffalo
Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) in Buffalo, United States is an outbound empty-leg hub with 326 live listings, according to EmptyJet, and a median ask of $15,400.
326 live empty legs involving KBUF
- Code
- KBUF
- Traffic
- 7.8/10
- Runways
- 2
- Longest
- 8,102 ft
- Live legs
- 326
Empty-leg demand
Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) in Buffalo, United States is primarily an empty-leg departure hub: 231 of 326 live legs (71%) leave KBUF, according to EmptyJet.
Empty legs leaving KBUF concentrate toward KMCO, KHWD, KLAX.
Priced empty legs at KBUF center on a median ask of $15,400, with an observed range of $3,200–$165,100 (326 priced listings).
Cessna Citation Excel (Midsize Jet) dominates empty-leg capacity at KBUF, accounting for about 51% of live inventory (165 of 326 legs).
Key takeaways
- KBUF: 326 live empty legs (231 out / 95 in), according to EmptyJet.
- Median priced ask at KBUF: $15,400 (n=326).
- Busiest corridor: to KMCO (76 legs).
- Most common aircraft: Cessna Citation Excel (165 legs, ~51%).
Outbound empty legs leaving KBUF creates priced one-way charter opportunities. The readings above cover 326 live legs and help compare timing, aircraft class, and corridor strength before requesting quotes.
Live empty-leg corridors
| Direction | Airport | Live listings | Median ask |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outbound to | KMCOOrlando International Airport | 76 | $23,500 |
| Outbound to | KHWDHayward Executive Airport | 7 | $39,400 |
| Outbound to | KLAXLos Angeles International Airport | 6 | $45,550 |
| Inbound from | CYYCCalgary International Airport | 3 | $30,000 |
| Inbound from | KOMAEppley Airfield | 3 | $12,700 |
| Inbound from | TXKFL.F. Wade International Airport | 3 | $27,000 |
Median ask uses priced EmptyJet listings only; unpriced operator quotes are excluded.
Aircraft on live EmptyJet listings
| Aircraft | Category | Live listings |
|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation Excel | Midsize Jet | 165 |
| Bombardier Challenger 604 | Heavy Jet | 10 |
| Bombardier Challenger 300 | Super Midsize Jet | 8 |
| Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy | Super Midsize Jet | 8 |
| Learjet 60 | Midsize Jet | 7 |
Airport facts
- IATA
- BUF
- ICAO
- KBUF
- City
- Buffalo
- Country
- United States
- Type
- large airport
- Elevation
- 728 ft
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Region
- North America
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 8,102 ft
- Traffic score
- 7.8 / 10
Links
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
- Official site
- buffaloairport.com
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 8,102 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 14/32 | 7,161 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
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FAQ
How active is KBUF for empty legs?
Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) has 326 live empty-leg listings — 231 departing and 95 arriving, according to EmptyJet.
What is a typical empty-leg price at KBUF?
The median ask at KBUF is $15,400 across 326 priced live listings, according to EmptyJet. Final quotes still vary by aircraft, date, and operator.
Which empty-leg routes are busiest at KBUF?
The strongest live corridor at KBUF is to KMCO (Orlando International Airport), with 76 listings, according to EmptyJet.
Which aircraft fly empty legs at KBUF most often?
The Cessna Citation Excel, a Midsize Jet, is the most common model on empty legs at KBUF, with 165 live listings (~51% of live inventory), according to EmptyJet.
What is the airport code for Buffalo Niagara International Airport?
The primary code for Buffalo Niagara International Airport is KBUF.
Where is KBUF airport located?
Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) is in Buffalo, United States.
What is the ICAO code for BUF?
The ICAO code for Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) is KBUF.
What is the longest runway at KBUF?
The longest runway at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (KBUF) is 8,102 ft.
Empty legs from this airport
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